Fort Jackson Fire Department

02/26/2026

In accordance with Army Directive 2025-25, this account must sunset no later than 28 February 2026. But don’t worry, we’re still here and sharing evaluation relevant information through the Ft. Jackson Garrison page. Be sure to give U.S. Army Garrison Fort Jackson a follow to keep up with us!

02/25/2026

Another one in the books! Good turn out, better chilli!

02/11/2026

New date set for the chili cook off! Come on out!!

The Chili cook off will take place on 25 February from 1130 til 1300 Fort Jackson Fire Department. If you signed up for the one that was postponed you will need to sign up again. ( New QR codes ). Hope to see you out there. See flyer below.

02/02/2026

Fort Jackson The chili cook off has been postponed . It will be rescheduled. We will communicate it when we have a date. Be Well.

01/30/2026

❄️ Snow Inbound to Our Area ❄️

Winter weather is expected to move into South Carolina. Snow and ice can quickly make roadways dangerous especially bridges and overpasses.

If you must drive:
• Slow down
• Increase following distance
• Avoid sudden braking
• Watch for icy spots

Our firefighters and first responders remain staffed and ready!

Stay safe and stay warm.

01/21/2026

Come on out and chill(i) at your fire department & the Fort Jackson Volunteer Group. Last year was really fun. FJFD’s Nicholas Hammond took home the hardware.

Fort Jackson The chili cook off has been postponed . It will be rescheduled. We will communicate it when we have a date. Be Well.

01/21/2026

Notice: Fort Jackson forestry will conduct a prescribed burn today, January 21, 2026. The burn taking place in Training Area 9B along Wildcat Rd near Leesburg road on post, will begin at 11 a.m.

01/13/2026

🚒 Welcome to the Team! 🔥

Help us welcome Deputy Fire Chief Matthew Woods to the department. Deputy Chief Woods comes to us from New York with over two decades of experience in the fire service and is passionate about the job and the team serving the community.

We’re glad to have you riding with us and look forward to getting after it together. Welcome to the family, Chief.

01/12/2026

Structure fire for E612 & Batt. 601. Good work by all involved.

12/31/2025

Bat 601 and E611 working today.

This is what the scene looked like when our 1st Shift crews arrived at a home on Knight Valley Circle this afternoon.

Firefighters found smoke pushing from all sides of the property and there was heavy fire working through the roof. All occupants of the home got out safely and there were no injuries.

The fire burned away much of the roof and two adults and one child have been left displaced. The fire was extinguished and its cause is currently under investigation.

Thank you to Fort Jackson FD for your assistance on this one.

12/15/2025

Annual Christmas party was a hit!! Crews and families on and off duty got together to celebrate this year. Was a great time!

11/27/2025

As we get ready for Thanksgiving, we’d like to remind everyone to never fry a frozen or partially frozen turkey. The reaction with hot oil can cause dangerous flare-ups and fires.

Make sure your turkey is fully thawed, keep fryers outside and away from buildings, and always stay close by while cooking.

Stay safe and have a great Thanksgiving!

A frozen deep-fried turkey explodes as part of a demonstration by Orange County, Florida, firefighters to warn about Thanksgiving cooking safety.