Pimlico Rural Volunteer Fire Department

10/14/2026

Who did it better?

10/01/2026

As we wrap up National Preparedness Month, consider ways that you can help your community.

Getting yourself, your family, and your home ready for emergencies like home fires, power outages, and flooding means you’re more prepared for disasters like wildfires, hurricanes, earthquakes, and anything else Mother Nature may send our way.

🚒 If you're interested in joining the Lowcountry's last all-volunteer fire department, fill out an application here: https://berkeleyco.readyop.com/fs/4dfq/f8acf0d

09/29/2026

Only 22 days left until our new board of directors is selected, and we need YOUR help!

Residents of Spring Grove, Pimlico Plantation, Strawberry Station, Simon's Bluff, Planter's Trace, Fisher's Hill, High Point, and Fairmont South are welcome to vote on Wednesday, October 21, at 6:30 PM at 2858 Old Highway 52.

We look forward to your support.

09/18/2026

Severe weather and other emergencies can strike quickly. Are you and your family prepared to evacuate if necessary?

This week's National Preparedness Month tip is to have a plan.
Take some time this week to:
🏠 Plan multiple ways to evacuate your residence.
📍Pick a safe destination like a relative's house, a hotel outside the evacuation zone, or a designated public shelter nearby.
🚗 Map out multiple routes to get to that location, keeping in mind that main roads may be faster, but they can also bottleneck.
⛽️ Keep the tank full. Never let your gas tank or EV charge drop below half during peak storm seasons.
🐾 Don't forget about pets! Make sure your emergency destination accepts pets, or have a backup pet-friendly plan ready.

Berkeley County has a great resource that includes tips for building your emergency kit, evacuation zones, and strategies for making your home weather-ready.
https://berkeleycountysc.gov/wp-content/uploads/docs/Berkeley-County-Hurricane-Guide-2025.pdf?x97262

09/08/2026

September is National Preparedness Month.
Are you in the know? Check out our 4-step guide to test your readiness.

Take a few minutes today to:
🔔 Sign up for local emergency alerts
📰 Follow trusted sources for updates
🗺️ Know your evacuation zone
⛑️ Prepare for everyday injuries

➡️ You can sign up for Berkley County's emergency alert program here: https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=berkeleycountysc

🗺️ To find out if you’re in an evacuation zone, check here: https://www.scemd.org/prepare/know-your-zone/

08/09/2026

Cypress Gardens between Pimlico Blvd and Bushy Park is now reopened

07/07/2026

On the night of July 6, 2026, your Pimlico Fire Department volunteers were requested to assist a boater in distress along the Cooper River. 3 members responded with Boat 5 to the area and was able to make contact with a disabled boat. Once on scene, the boaters were able to get the boat running and Boat 5 followed the boaters up the river until turning them over to the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office Marine Division. Boat 5 safely returned to the Cypress Gardens Boat Landing.

We want to also thank the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office Marine Division and North Berkeley Fire District Marine Division for responding to assist us.

04/07/2026

Starting tomorrow morning we are officially in a Red Flag Warning as per The South Carolina Forestry Commission

Forestry Commission issuing statewide Red Flag Fire Alert
COLUMBIA—The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, effective at 6 a.m. Wednesday, April 8.

The alert is being issued to strongly discourage people from burning outdoors when weather conditions present an elevated risk of wildfire.

In addition to a widespread deficit of rainfall that continues to intensify drought over much of the state, Wednesday’s forecast includes gusty winds higher than 20 mph and relative humidities under 25% in places.

Because current weather conditions are very conducive to fires escaping easily and spreading rapidly, anyone considering outdoor burning should take extra precautions if they still choose to burn under a Red Flag Fire Alert. Those who have burned recently should return to monitor their burn areas and ensure the dry conditions don’t cause any rekindling.

“Wildfire potential is always higher this time of year, and our use of the Red Flag Fire Alert a few weeks ago made a huge difference in the number of new ignitions,” said SCFC Fire Chief Darryl Jones. “This warning is a great tool that encourages citizens to voluntarily postpone any such burning until the alert is lifted. We’re simply asking for people to respect the weather, be smart and stay safe.”

Adding to the danger, particularly in the western part of the state, are the heavy fuel loads that remain in our forests from Hurricane Helene. Not only can these downed, drying trees and other fuels act as kindling, increasing the risk of wildfire ignition and spread, but they also are likely to impede firefighters’ access, adversely impacting response capability.

Although a Red Flag Fire Alert does not ban outdoor burning, it does trigger certain county or local ordinances that restrict outdoor fires, so residents should contact their local fire departments to check whether such restrictions apply in their areas. The alert will remain in effect until lifted by the Commission, whose fire managers will continuously monitor the situation.

Press release:https://www.scfc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Advisory-RedFlagFireAlert-260408.pdf