Ridge Spring Fire Department

05/29/2026

Thanks to the 2026 V-Safe grant and the Town of Ridge Spring, we were able to purchase a full set of Holmatro e-tools. These tools will allow us to better serve our community on vehicle extrications and rescue operations.

05/24/2026

05/23/2026

Ridge Spring firefighters responded to a Firefighter Mobilization request from McCormick County around 0500 this morning. All Ridge Spring personnel have returned to town.

04/25/2026

🎉 🏃‍♀️💥 Our 5K wouldn’t be possible without THESE incredible sponsors! 💥🏃‍♂️
Thank you for stepping up, giving back, and helping us make this event such a success! We appreciate your support more than words can say! A special THANK YOU to our 5K sponsors!
🌟 Twin City Blossoms
🌟 Juniper
🌟 Banks Drugs
🌟 Monetta Farm Supply
🌟 The Rabbit Box Antiques & Collectibles
🌟 Tom & Nanette Hughes
🌟 Rauton Fence & Supply
🌟 Town of Ridge Spring
🌟 Ridge Estate Services
Be sure to check them out and show your support!
Let’s show them some love, y’all! ❤️

04/16/2026

SC Forestry Commission to issue statewide burning ban; restriction on all outdoor burning goes into effect at 7 a.m. Friday

COLUMBIA—The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a State Forester’s Burning Ban for all counties, effective at 7 a.m. Friday, April 17.

A State Forester’s Burning Ban prohibits all outdoor burning, including yard debris burning, prescribed burning, campfires, bonfires and other recreational fires in all unincorporated areas of the state.

Forestry Commission officials cite a particularly dangerous mix of elevated wildfire risk factors through the weekend that warrant limiting all ignitions in the interest of public safety.

Rapidly escalating drought conditions across the state, a critical decrease in relative humidities over the next several days and gusty winds that are expected to accompany an approaching cold front will combine to create extreme fire danger.

"When it’s this dry – energy release component values are at high-to-critical levels – we’re just as likely, if not more, to see wildfires that are fuel-driven rather than wind-driven. Add the other volatile conditions of increased wind and lower relative humidity, and it becomes an especially precarious situation,” said SCFC Fire Chief Darryl Jones. "These conditions not only increase the likelihood of wildfires igniting easily and spreading rapidly, but would also make them more difficult for firefighters to control.”

While the ban does not apply to fires used for the preparation of food or fires used in appropriate enclosures (portable outdoor fireplaces, chimineas or permanent fire pits constructed of stone, masonry, metal or other noncombustible material that conforms with all applicable South Carolina fire codes), Forestry Commission officials urge the utmost caution burning outdoors under these exemptions.

Likewise, citizens should exercise extreme vigilance operating any equipment that could create sparks, avoid parking on dry grass and refrain from using fireworks.

The ban will stay in effect until further notice, which will come in the form of an official announcement from the Forestry Commission.

Shareable release:https://www.scfc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Advisory-StateForestersBurningBan-20260416.pdf

04/16/2026

Increased fire danger today as relative humidity values will fall into the 20 to 30 percent range this afternoon, with winds increasing to around 10 to 15 mph with gusts of 15 to 25 mph. With vegetation remaining dry, the ongoing drought, and favorable meteorological conditions, fires will be able to catch and spread rapidly.

04/15/2026

We’re gearing up for our Annual Fire Department Auction(April 25th) and need your help! 🚒🔥
We are currently accepting donations of items, gift baskets, services, or gift cards to help make this event a success. Every donation goes directly toward supporting our department and the services we provide to our community.
If you or your business would like to contribute, please reach out or drop donations off at the station the morning of our event . Your support truly makes a difference! ❤️

04/09/2026

PLEASE GET REGISTERED!! You have to be registered this week to receive a free t-shirt

🔥🚒 Firehouse to Farm 5K- April 25th • 9AM Start! 🚜🌾

📍 Ridge Spring Fire Dept. — 201 Green St, Ridge Spring, SC 29129

Walk, run, or ruck your way along green pastures, grazing cattle, ponds, barns, and railroads on this scenic multi‑terrain 5K. It’s the perfect blend of rural beauty and small‑town pride.

🏃‍♂️ Scenic, multi‑terrain course
🚒 Firehouse start/finish
🎽 T‑shirt included with registration
🏅 Age group awards
🎉 Family‑friendly fun + great vibes
📸 Awesome photo ops

Whether you're chasing a PR, enjoying the scenery, or supporting local heroes, this is a race you don’t want to miss.

👉 Register now: https://strictlyrunning.com/gpuilreg-8l.asp?uRaceId=4825

04/07/2026

Forestry Commission issuing statewide Red Flag Fire Alert
COLUMBIA—The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, effective at 6 a.m. Wednesday, April 8.

The alert is being issued to strongly discourage people from burning outdoors when weather conditions present an elevated risk of wildfire.

In addition to a widespread deficit of rainfall that continues to intensify drought over much of the state, Wednesday’s forecast includes gusty winds higher than 20 mph and relative humidities under 25% in places.

Because current weather conditions are very conducive to fires escaping easily and spreading rapidly, anyone considering outdoor burning should take extra precautions if they still choose to burn under a Red Flag Fire Alert. Those who have burned recently should return to monitor their burn areas and ensure the dry conditions don’t cause any rekindling.

“Wildfire potential is always higher this time of year, and our use of the Red Flag Fire Alert a few weeks ago made a huge difference in the number of new ignitions,” said SCFC Fire Chief Darryl Jones. “This warning is a great tool that encourages citizens to voluntarily postpone any such burning until the alert is lifted. We’re simply asking for people to respect the weather, be smart and stay safe.”

Adding to the danger, particularly in the western part of the state, are the heavy fuel loads that remain in our forests from Hurricane Helene. Not only can these downed, drying trees and other fuels act as kindling, increasing the risk of wildfire ignition and spread, but they also are likely to impede firefighters’ access, adversely impacting response capability.

Although a Red Flag Fire Alert does not ban outdoor burning, it does trigger certain county or local ordinances that restrict outdoor fires, so residents should contact their local fire departments to check whether such restrictions apply in their areas. The alert will remain in effect until lifted by the Commission, whose fire managers will continuously monitor the situation.

Press release:https://www.scfc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Advisory-RedFlagFireAlert-260408.pdf

04/05/2026

🔥🚒 Firehouse to Farm 5K- April 25th • 9AM Start! 🚜🌾

📍 Ridge Spring Fire Dept. — 201 Green St, Ridge Spring, SC 29129

Walk, run, or ruck your way along green pastures, grazing cattle, ponds, barns, and railroads on this scenic multi‑terrain 5K. It’s the perfect blend of rural beauty and small‑town pride.

🏃‍♂️ Scenic, multi‑terrain course
🚒 Firehouse start/finish
🎽 T‑shirt included with registration
🏅 Age group awards
🎉 Family‑friendly fun + great vibes
📸 Awesome photo ops

Whether you're chasing a PR, enjoying the scenery, or supporting local heroes, this is a race you don’t want to miss.

👉 Register now: https://strictlyrunning.com/gpuilreg-8l.asp?uRaceId=4825