Breaking: Hockett Fire reported in Kern County on April 20

Published Apr 21, 2026 #Hockett fire

First discovered: 11 hours ago, 8:50 p.m. April 20

Initial location: Kern County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Hockett

A new wildfire was reported 8:50 p.m. April 20 at in Kern County, California.

Hockett Fire has been burning on private land for 11 hours. At this time, details about the containment or cause of the fire are unknown.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center