By New York Post (U.S.) | Created at 2026-08-05 20:01:09 | Updated at 2026-08-06 03:17:55
7 hours ago
A wildfire is raging near Tejon Pass in Kern County as officials issue evacuation warnings for the area.
The Buzzard Fire started around 8:29 a.m. Wednesday and quickly ballooned from 30 acres to 180 acres in less than two hours.
An evacuation warning is in effect for I-5 north of Lebec Road.
“An Evacuation WARNING is in effect in the I-5 north of Lebec Road,” the Kern County Sheriff’s Office said.
“You should PREPARE to leave. The situation can change very quickly, and visibility in area may be reduced and roads can become blocked. If you require additional time to evacuate, you should leave now.”
The fire began as a vegetation fire
The cause of the blaze is under investigation.
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