Central Berkeley Fire & EMS

10/05/2026

Huge Thank you to Pat Smith from Four Seasons who fixed some our outlets and patched and painted a wall in our Day Room at our Cane Bay Station!

10/01/2026

A little change of pace for training today.
We spent some time working on rope rescue skills and practicing pickoffs from a highline. It’s one of those evolutions that brings a lot of different pieces together at once, rigging, rope systems, communication, teamwork, and trusting the people on the other end of the rope.
Training like this gives us a chance to work through the little things in a controlled environment before we ever have to depend on them when it matters.
Good training, good weather, and a solid day with the crew.

09/29/2026

We have a full time Firefighter/Paramedic position opening! Follow the QR code to apply today!

JOBS!!!!! Join our team! Are you a Firefighter/Paramedic looking for a new place to call home? Apply today. Job application link in the QR code, or apply at https://centralberkeleyfire-ems.com/

09/28/2026

It was nice seeing That’s My Dawg honoring our friend and brother today ❤️

For those of you who knew, that was Jimmy’s seat, and that was his go to lunch.

09/18/2026

***UPDATE - The roadway has been reopened. Please drive safely***

Old Hwy 52 in the area of Mulberry Crossing Lane is currently shut down due to a tree in the roadway. Please find an alternate route and drive safely!

09/12/2026

Community.

One of the enduring lessons of the cowardly attacks of September 11, 2001, was that the American spirit is stronger than those who seek to break it. In the days that followed, our nation came together; and 25 years later, we are reminded that same spirit of unity and community is still very much alive.

This morning, the Cane Bay High School Renaissance and Key Clubs continued a tradition that dates back to the opening of our Cane Bay station by bringing breakfast to our crews.

Later, we were surprised by the incredible staff at Cane Bay Publix, who stopped by with lunch for our firefighters.

On a day dedicated to remembering sacrifice, courage, service, and unity, these simple acts of kindness mean more than we can adequately put into words.

From all of us, thank you for continuing to stand behind your first responders and for reminding us what community truly means.

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago, our nation watched in disbelief as the events of September 11, 2001, changed America forever.

We remember the 2,977 lives taken that day—mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, friends, coworkers, and strangers whose lives would forever become part of our nation’s history.

We remember the first responders who ran toward unimaginable danger while thousands ran to safety. 343 FDNY firefighters, along with law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, military members, and countless ordinary citizens, answered the call—many making the ultimate sacrifice.

Twenty-five years have passed. A generation has grown up knowing September 11 only through photographs, stories, and the memories we carry forward.

That makes our promise to NEVER FORGET more important than ever.

09/01/2026

A huge thank you to the Four Seasons First Responder Club for their continued support and generosity!

They recently donated new chairs for our conference table, new bar stools for the day room, and new computer desk chairs for our crews. These upgrades are greatly appreciated and will make our station a little more comfortable for the men and women who call it home during their shifts.

We’re incredibly grateful to have organizations like the Four Seasons First Responder Club supporting our first responders and our department. Thank you for thinking of us!

08/27/2026

A huge thank you to Joe and Keith for stopping by the station tonight and bringing dinner for our crews! We truly appreciate you thinking of us and taking care of the folks on duty!

08/03/2026

A helpful guide to translating your local emergency responses.

🚨 There's a lot of speculation when emergency vehicles show up... We see it all the time:

"Why are there six patrol cars?"
"What's happening on my street?"
"Does anyone know what's going on?" 👀

Instead of guessing in the neighborhood Facebook group, here's your Berkeley County Emergency Vehicle Decoder.

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🚓 : Someone discovered the speed limit wasn't a suggestion. Or we are answering an alarm call.

🚓 🚓 : One deputy said, "Hey... come look at this."

🚓 🚑 : Someone is having a rough day, but help is here.

🚑 : Either something is very much on fire... or someone burned dinner beyond recognition.

🚓 🐕 : Goodest boi is getting a bad man!

🚤 : Somebody forgot the lake has rules too.

🪖🚓 🚓 🚓 🚓 : Yes, this will be on the five o’clock news.

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Keep in mind, the number of emergency vehicles on scene doesn't always reflect how serious an incident is. Some calls require additional deputies for safety, multiple first responders for medical care, or specialized units with unique equipment and training.

Most importantly, if we're not posting about an incident right away, it's because our deputies and first responders are focused on safely handling the situation. Once we're able to share information, we will.

You can always review most Active Public Safety Calls For Service here: https://berkeleycountysc.gov/dept/911-communications/active-public-safety-calls-for-service/