KCFD battling grass fire near southbound I-5 on the Grapevine

The Kern County Fire Department remains on scene of a grass fire along southbound I-5 in the Fort Tejon area. Officials said the fire started after a semi-truck caught fire, sparking the nearby grass.  The fire is 50-60 acres and 60 percent contained as of 7:30 Saturday morning.  Officials said at one point a total of 100 personnel were on scene including two dozers, a helicopter and a hand crew.  Officials started a light task force for structure protection for a potential threat to homes in the area, however, quick action by crews and a direct attack prevented the threat.