Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department

06/23/2026

🚒💧It's National Hydration Day and while we're all reminded to drink our water, it's also a great time to highlight how important water is in emergency response.

Not every emergency scene has a fire hydrant nearby. In rural or remote areas, our crews have to get creative, drafting water from ponds, lakes, or portable sources and using advanced pumper operations to keep water flowing where it's needed most.

That's why our teams train constantly. Staying sharp on these skills ensures that no matter the location, they can adapt quickly and get water on the fire.

Whether it's keeping our bodies hydrated or ensuring steady water supply on scene, preparation is everything.

06/23/2026

We are always happy to work with our partners, during training and live incidents!

Training together helps us work more seamlessly together when it counts.

06/21/2026

💙 Happy Father’s Day from Public Safety 💙

Today we recognize and thank all the fathers and father figures who serve our community with dedication, strength, and heart. Whether answering calls, responding to emergencies, supporting operations behind the scenes, or protecting and serving in countless ways, your commitment makes a difference every single day.

Wishing all the dads out there a safe, happy, and well-deserved Father’s Day! 💙

06/19/2026

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Texas were finally informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. This historic day serves as a reminder of the delayed justice many endured and the resilience shown through generations.

Today, Juneteenth is recognized as a time to reflect on freedom, history, resilience, and progress.

06/18/2026

We’ve got a severe line of thunderstorms rolling in from the south of the county.

Please be aware of the possibility of strong winds, heavy rains, and flooding.

If you encounter flooded routes, please turn around! Don’t risk your safety or first responder safety.

06/18/2026

📣 By popular demand, we're extending the application deadline for our Captain position through next Wednesday!

If you're ready to lead, serve, and help shape the future of the Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department, we want to hear from you.

🔥 Now hiring Captains.
Apply today at www.workfor911.com

06/18/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the Charleston 9.

Nineteen years ago, on June 18, 2007, nine firefighters made the ultimate sacrifice while responding to the Sofa Super Store fire in Charleston. Their courage, dedication, and unwavering commitment to serving others continue to inspire firefighters across our nation and here at home.

As members of the fire service, we carry their legacy with us each day. We also remember the families, friends, and brothers and sisters in the fire service whose lives were forever changed by that tragic day.

Please join the Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department in honoring the Charleston 9. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Today, we remember the Charleston 9 and honor the extraordinary sacrifice they made in service to others.

On June 18, 2007, nine Charleston firefighters lost their lives while responding to the Sofa Super Store fire. Their bravery, selflessness, and commitment to protecting their community continue to inspire us.

As we reflect on their legacy, we also recognize the strength of their families, fellow firefighters, and all those whose lives were forever changed. Their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

06/17/2026

Please join us in congratulating Brandon Lyons on his promotion from Firefighter to Engineer with the Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department! 🚒

Through hard work, dedication, and a commitment to serving our community, Brandon has earned this well-deserved promotion. As an Engineer, he will continue to play a vital role in ensuring our crews and apparatus are ready to respond when our residents need us most.

Thank you, Brandon, for your service and congratulations on this exciting next step in your career!

06/17/2026

Today, we pause to remember the nine lives lost at Mother Emanuel AME Church on June 17, 2015, and to honor their lasting legacy.

Cynthia Graham Hurd
Susie Jackson
Ethel Lance
DePayne Middleton-Doctor
Clementa Pinckney
Tywanza Sanders
Daniel Simmons Sr.
Sharonda Coleman-Singleton
Myra Thompson

The strength of the survivors, the grace shown in the aftermath of such a tragedy, and the resilience of the Charleston community continue to inspire us. May we always remember those we lost and carry forward their legacy through unity and compassion.

06/15/2026

Our hearts are with the members of Rockdale Fire Rescue, Firefighter Smith’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

The fire service is a brotherhood and sisterhood built on service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting others. We join departments across the nation in mourning the loss of Firefighter Juan Antonia Smith II, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Please keep his family and the Rockdale County Fire Rescue family in your thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

Rest easy, Firefighter Smith. Your service, courage, and commitment to others will never be forgotten.

Juan Antonia Smith II
February 5, 2024 - June 12, 2026

It is with profound sadness that Rockdale County Fire Rescue announces the line-of-duty death of Firefighter Juan Antonia Smith II, who passed away on June 12, 2026.

Today, we honor a brave firefighter who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others. His courage, dedication, and selflessness exemplified the highest ideals of the fire service and will never be forgotten.

Though his watch has ended, his legacy will endure in the lives he touched, the community he served, and the brothers and sisters who had the privilege of serving alongside him.

Rest easy, Firefighter Smith. We have the watch from here. ❤️