North Charleston Fire Department

08/31/2026

🚨 Thank You for Helping Keep Our Community Safe! 🚨

A huge THANK YOU to South Carolina Firefighters Burned Children's Fund for their generous donation of 19 smoke alarms to support families in our community!

Because of their commitment to safety, more homes will have the early warning protection that saves lives. Working smoke alarms truly make a life-saving difference, and we’re so grateful for partners who step up to help protect our neighbors.

Please join us in thanking SCFBCF for investing in the safety and well-being of our community! 👏

08/17/2026

Please join us in congratulating 16 incredible students from across the Tri-County area who successfully completed the 5th Annual Teens Aiding the Community (TAC) Camp!

Hosted by the North Charleston Fire Department, TAC Camp gave students the opportunity to spend their summer learning valuable skills in medical care, fire safety, emergency response, and community preparedness from local firefighters and emergency responders.

Over the course of the camp, these students worked hard, gained confidence, and developed skills they can use to help others during an emergency. We are incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to serving their communities!

Certificates & Training Earned:
• HSI Basic First Aid
• HSI Adult, Child & Infant CPR & AED
• HSI Babysitter Basics
• FEMA Teen Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
• Stop the Bleed
• Fire Extinguisher Training

At the completion of camp, each student received certificates, a CERT bag, and a basic first aid bag—all at no cost to them.

Congratulations, TAC Camp Class of 2026! We can't wait to see what you accomplish next!

Thank you to Charleston County Emergency Management , Charleston County Consolidated Emergency Communications Center, Charleston County EMS, Charleston County Volunteer Rescue Squad, North Charleston Police Department, Dorchester County Emergency Medical Services, JB Lindsey Graham Fire & Emergency Services, Michelle and Madison Goossens of HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital, and ServiceMaster of Charleston for assisting during TAC Camp.

08/12/2026

Chief Munn recognized Firefighter Jared Byers as June’s Employee of the Month. Firefighter Byers was recommended by a citizen in letter attached.

08/11/2026

Chief Munn promoted Firefighter Charles Porzelt to Engineer. Congratulations and best wishes!

08/11/2026

Chief Munn promoted Firefighter Philip Atkins to Engineer. Congratulations and best wishes!

08/04/2026

Join us on Friday, August 7th from 10am to 12pm for a free car seat check event!

Getting ready for going back to school? Add a car seat check up to your your to-do list to make sure your little ones are riding safely for the school year!

We will be hosting our next car seat check up event on Friday, August 7th from 10am-12pm at Summerville Fire Station #3 (1701 Old Trolly Rd, Summerville, SC 29485). Nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available to answer your car seat questions. No appointment necessary. See you soon!

MUSC Children’s Health Summerville, SC Fire & Rescue North Charleston Fire Department

07/28/2026

For the North Charleston Government citizens who live in the area of Plantation Pointe Subdivision (Bent Creek Court, Hidden Forest Lane, Burkeshire Court, and 4437 through 4468 Rice Mill Drive)...please read the Boil Water Advisory below.

Update: Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Plantation Pointe

Dorchester County Water and Sewer Department advises the customers of Bent Creek Drive, Hidden Forest Lane, Burkeshire Court, Rice Mill Drive, Aspen Woods Lane, Lavender Lane, Sawmill Trace Lane, Saddle Creek Court, Buttonwood Court, Trevor Street, and Water Ash Way they no longer need to boil their water prior to drinking or cooking.

Following an intense flushing of the water distribution system, bacteriological samples were collected by the Department and analyzed by our laboratory. The results of this sampling indicate that the water system is now safe to use for drinking and cooking purposes.

If you should have any questions concerning this repeal of the boil water advisory, please contact Customer Service at (843) 832-0075 or (843) 563-0075.

Original post:
The Dorchester County Water and Sewer Department has expanded the boil water advisory to include all of Plantation Pointe subdivision, including:

Bent Creek Drive, Hidden Forest Lane, Burkeshire Court, Rice Mill Drive, Aspen Woods Lane, Lavender Lane, Sawmill Trace Lane, Saddle Creek Court, Buttonwood Court, Trevor Street and Water Ash Way.

The advisory is being issued due to contractor work in the area. Water service is expected to be shut off for approximately 10 hours while the work is completed.

Once service is restored, customers should vigorously boil their water for at least one full minute before drinking or cooking. Ice made from water that has not been boiled should not be used for drinking purposes.

Customers will be notified as soon as the water is safe for consumption.

For questions, contact Customer Service at 843-832-0075 or 843-563-0075.

07/24/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

North Charleston Fire Department Responds to Fatal Residential Structure Fire on Sterrett Street

NORTH CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA (July 23, 2026) — The North Charleston Fire Department was dispatched by Charleston County Consolidate Dispatch at approximately 9:07 p.m. to the 5200 block of Sterrett Street in reference to a residential structure fire with reports of possible occupants trapped inside. Initial callers reported flames visible from a window of the residence.

Fire crews arrived on scene to find heavy smoke and fire coming from a single-story residence. Firefighters immediately initiated an aggressive interior fire attack while additional crews conducted primary search operations for occupants believed to be inside the home. Crews worked simultaneously to suppress the fire, conduct searches, and protect surrounding properties.

During the search, firefighters located three victims inside the residence. All three victims were removed from the structure, and life-saving efforts were initiated by North Charleston Fire Department personnel and Charleston County EMS. Despite those efforts, all three victims succumbed to their injuries.

The fire was brought under control within approximately 30 minutes. Crews remained on scene conducting overhaul operations, extinguishing remaining hot spots, and ensuring the fire had not extended beyond the structure. During overhaul and the subsequent fire investigation, firefighters
also located one deceased cat inside the residence.

The incident is currently under investigation by the North Charleston Fire Department Fire Investigations Unit, in coordination with the North Charleston Police Department, the Charleston County Coroner’s Office, and other assisting agencies. The identities of the victims, along with the official cause and manner of death, will be released by the Charleston County Coroner’s Office following notification of next of kin.

The North Charleston Fire Department extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones affected by this tragic incident.

Fire Safety Reminder
• Install working smoke alarms on every level of your home and inside every sleeping area.
• Test smoke alarms monthly and replace batteries as needed.
• Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years old or older.
• Develop and practice a home fire escape plan with your family.
• If a fire occurs, get out, stay out, and call 9-1-1 from a safe location.

Residents needing assistance with smoke alarm installation may contact the North Charleston Fire Department for our free smoke alarm program.

For additional fire safety information, follow the North Charleston Fire Department on NorthCharleston.org and on its social media platforms.
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📸: WCIV | ABC News 4

07/09/2026

Chief Munn promoted Firefighter Kevin Lobban to Engineer. Congratulations and best wishes!

07/08/2026

Chief Munn promoted Firefighter Jacob Johnson to Engineer. Congratulations and best wishes!