PORTERVILLE, CA — Alexis Ayon, a fire engineer with the Porterville Fire Department, recently appeared as a contestant on the second season of the streaming competition series "Beast Games."
On Jan. 9, 2026, city and fire leaders formally recognized Ayon for representing the Porterville community on the show. According to Fox 26 News, officials praised Ayon’s performance and thanked the engineer for a career of continued dedication to public service.
City officials said Ayon’s appearance highlighted the skill and hard work of the local fire department to a wide audience. Leaders noted that such opportunities bring positive national attention to Porterville.
While officials did not share the final results of the competition, they said Ayon’s participation reflected the department's values and the talent found within the city’s workforce. Leaders added that the engineer’s performance was a point of pride for the local community.

