Columbia County Fire Rescue

06/25/2026

If you find yourself at the state softball tournament this weekend at the Southside Sports Complex stop by our tent and say hello. You might just leave with some goodies!

06/21/2026

06/17/2026

As Columbia County Fire Rescue celebrated 20 years of dedicated service, we also took time to recognize several members for their exceptional commitment and service to the citizens of Columbia County.

🏆 Officer of the Year
Lieutenant Dylan Alvey

🏆 Rookie of the Year
Firefighter Luke Stermer

🏆 Firefighter of the Year
Firefighter Nathan Fry

🏆 Paramedic of the Year
Firefighter/Paramedic Andrew Remmers

🏆 Volunteer of the Year
Johnny Handy

🏆 Recipient of our inaugural G.O.A.T. Award
Driver/Engineer Dustin Woodard

Congratulations to each of these outstanding members. Your professionalism, dedication, and commitment to serving our community exemplifies the values of Columbia County Fire Rescue.
Thank you for your dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to serving the citizens of Columbia County.

We are proud to recognize these individuals and grateful for the impact they have made on our department and our community.

06/14/2026

Twenty years ago, Columbia County took a major step forward in strengthening fire protection for our community.On June 12, 2006, the first full-time paid personnel worked their inaugural 24-hour shift alongside the dedicated volunteers who had already established a proud tradition of service throughout Columbia County.

Tonight, we had the honor of celebrating that milestone with a 20-year anniversary gathering. The evening brought together many of the brothers who helped build this department—some who have since retired and others who have continued their careers with departments across the country.
We were especially honored to welcome our first Fire Chief, Tres Atkinson, who made the trip from South Carolina, where he now serves as Chief of Dorchester County Fire Rescue.

It was a special evening filled with memories, laughter, and reunions. While much has changed over the past two decades, one thing has remained constant—the brotherhood and commitment to serving others.

To the citizens of Columbia County, thank you for placing your trust in us over the last 20 years. It has been our privilege to serve this community, and we look forward to continuing that mission for many years to come.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration possible. As we often say, it's never goodbye—it's simply, "see you later."

Here's to the next 20 years of service, dedication, and brotherhood.

06/05/2026

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Warrior Brush Trucks

05/25/2026

Sunday May 24, 2026

At approximately 8:12 PM, crews responded to the 3000 block of South US Hwy 441 following reports of a semi-truck fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters discovered three dump trucks fully involved in flames. Through quick thinking and swift action by responding crews, the fire was brought under control efficiently and safely.

No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.