Firefighters trying to contain blaze that has burned nearly 400 acres in Kern County

As the smoke comes up, it's pushing everything southwest in that area... Because the winds are not too strong right now, [firefighters are] getting a good handle on the fire.

As the conditions worsen a little bit, they may not be favorable for putting the fire out... residents... leave the area if an evacuation order is issued.

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