Richburg Fire-Rescue

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

Chester County EMS 5 Relocates to Permanent Station and Expands to 24-Hour Coverage 🚒🚑

Chester County Emergency Services is pleased to announce that Chester County EMS 5 has relocated from its temporary quarters at North Chester Fire Department, Center Road Station, to its permanent station at West Chester Fire Department, located at 3171 Pinckney Road.

With the relocation to its permanent station, EMS 5 is now staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing continuous EMS coverage to western Chester County.

The transition to 24-hour staffing represents an important improvement in Chester County's emergency medical services system. The expanded coverage will enhance EMS availability in the western portion of the county and help ensure emergency medical resources are available when citizens need them.

Chester County appreciates the cooperation and support of West Chester Fire Department in providing a permanent location for EMS 5. The partnership between fire and emergency medical services strengthens the county's ability to provide efficient and reliable emergency response to the community.

The relocation and expansion of EMS 5 are part of Chester County's continued commitment to improving emergency services and providing timely, dependable care to citizens throughout the county.

08/21/2026

Conditions are hazardous throughout the county. Do not venture out if you do not have to.

08/11/2026

🚨 August is Emergency Management Awareness Month! 🚨

Governor Henry McMaster has officially proclaimed August 2026 as Emergency Management Awareness Month throughout South Carolina.

Chester County Government proudly recognizes Chester County Emergency Management for the countless hours they dedicate to preparing for, responding to, and helping our community recover from emergencies and disasters.

Their commitment, compassion, and professionalism help protect lives, property, and our entire community. Please join us in thanking Director Ed Darby, Deputy Director Chris Eifert, Hazmat Planner Ray Dotson, and the entire Emergency Management team for their hard work and dedicated service to Chester County! 👏🏼❤️

08/07/2026

🚨IMPORTANT NOTICE 🚨

Chester County Emergency Management has been made aware of a railroad crossing closure at the intersection of HWY 9 & HWY 99 in Richburg, SC.

This L&C Railroad crossing is currently closed for repairs and will remain closed until late evening today, August 7th, 2026.

07/28/2026

WYLIES MILL TURN LANE CLOSURE - 07/28/2026

CMD crews will be installing a tap at the intersection of Lancaster Hwy and Wylie's Mill Road tomorrow, 7/28/26. The center turn lane will be closed for approximately six (6) hours.

Vehicles turning left onto Wylie's Mill Road will need to continue to the next turn lane and make a U-Turn. Vehicles turning left onto Lancaster Hwy from Wylie's Mill Road will need to turn right and make a U-Turn at the next turn lane.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

07/27/2026

The department added two new ambulances and crews — expanding coverage to the western part of the county

07/04/2026

06/19/2026

Tomorrow!!