Modoc Volunteer Fire Department

05/21/2026

Join us at Modoc Fishing Pier this Saturday, May 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Union Sportsmen’s Alliance 2026 Kids Fishing Day! 🎣

Young anglers, this is your chance to reel in some Thurmond Lake action from the pier union volunteers built for the community. The first 150 registered kids will receive free fishing gear to help them get started.

Register here: https://fishaugusta2026.eventbrite.com

Boaters and anglers: Memorial Day weekend runs May 23-25, so expect heavy traffic around the Modoc area and congestion at the boat ramp throughout the holiday weekend. Plan extra time if you're launching. 🛥

Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned young angler, come make fish stories worth telling. See you at the pier!

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Modoc Boat Ramp Fishing Pier Area
Gilchrist Ferry Road, Modoc, South Carolina

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05/19/2026

Smoke Advisory

McCormick County Emergency Services would like to advise the public that there are currently controlled burns taking place within portions of our county. These planned burns are being conducted by trained professionals as part of ongoing land and forest management efforts.

As a result, residents throughout the area may notice an increase in smoke and haze, especially during the morning and evening hours when smoke tends to settle closer to the ground. Depending on weather conditions and wind direction, smoke may travel into surrounding communities and reduce visibility in some locations.

Controlled burning is an important tool used to help reduce wildfire risk, remove excess vegetation, improve forest health, and maintain safer conditions throughout our area. While the smoke may be noticeable, these burns are planned, monitored, and conducted under strict safety guidelines.

Please use caution while driving in areas with reduced visibility due to smoke. Individuals with respiratory conditions, asthma, or other health concerns may also want to limit prolonged outdoor exposure while smoke remains in the area.

We appreciate the public’s understanding and patience as these operations are carried out to help keep our community and natural resources safe. We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates if needed.

05/05/2026

Big news for our department and our community 🚒❤️

Modoc Volunteer Fire Department is proud to be a recipient of the 2026 V-SAFE Grant!

This program, established by the South Carolina General Assembly, helps ensure volunteer fire departments like ours have access to the equipment and resources we need to serve safely and effectively. This year, funding was awarded to departments across all 44 counties—and we’re incredibly thankful to be included.

These funds will go directly toward essential needs like protective gear, equipment, training, and resources that strengthen our ability to respond when our community needs us most.

We’re grateful for the continued support of programs like V-SAFE and for everyone who stands behind volunteer fire departments across South Carolina.

💪 Your support helps us stay ready. Your community keeps us going.

2026 V-SAFE Grant Awards Announced! For more information: https://bit.ly/424nLwr

03/06/2026

Look what arrived yesterday!! New tanker 😎

02/14/2026

🔥❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️🔥

Roses are red, our trucks are too,
We’re always ready to answer the call for you! 💪🚒
Sending love from all of us at Modoc Volunteer Fire Department—stay safe and enjoy the day with your favorite people!

02/01/2026

01/25/2026

01/21/2026

With the potential for impactful wintry weather on the rise for the end of the week for many of you from the Rockies to the East Coast, it's wise to ask: Are you prepared for a winter storm? If the forecast calls for winter weather in YOUR area (visit weather.gov to see), begin preparing NOW. Don’t wait until the last minute. weather.gov/safety/winter-before

01/21/2026

While we are still several days out, confidence continues to increase in a potential winter storm over the weekend. Details are yet to be worked out, so keep an eye on the forecast over the next few days.

01/16/2026

Quick winter safety reminder!

Space heaters and heating stoves are involved in 47% of home heating equipment fires, and they’re linked to 73% of deaths and 70% of injuries.

Please use heating equipment carefully. More tips from National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): nfpa.org/winterfreeze