Central Berkeley Fire & EMS

06/11/2026

Yesterday, this fire hydrant lost an argument with a golf cart in front of Del Webb.

While the hydrant is now leaning a bit more than we’d prefer, it has been inspected by the water department and remains fully operational. Most importantly, it is not affecting our ability to provide fire protection to the community.

We’ll leave the golf cart driving tips to others, but we’re happy to report the hydrant is still ready to go if needed.

06/08/2026

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Hey, we know that guy.

🚨 Meet Another One of Our Instructors! 🚨
Today, we’re proud to introduce Instructor James Kemple!
James has over 20 years of fire service experience and currently serves as the Special Operations Chief with Central Berkeley Fire & EMS. He specializes in water rescue operations, technical rescue, and emergency response coordination. He is also a member of the Urban Search & Rescue Team and the Berkeley County Emergency Response Task Force.
James is passionate about training and mentoring personnel while helping advance specialized rescue capabilities across South Carolina. His leadership, experience, and dedication to the fire service make him a valuable part of our instructional team.
Outside of work, James enjoys traveling, cruising, and spending time with family and friends.

06/03/2026

Duck, duck, rescue?

At Central Berkeley Fire & EMS, we like to say no job is too small or beneath us… even when the job is literally small and literally beneath us.

Today, our crews responded to a rather unique rescue assignment involving a family of adorable fluffy ducklings who found themselves trapped in a storm drain after the recent weather. After a little teamwork, patience, and some expert-level duck wrangling, the entire family was safely rescued and handed over to a local animal rescue to be reunited with their mom.

05/22/2026

🇺🇸 As Memorial Day weekend begins, Central Berkeley Fire & EMS would like to remind everyone to stay safe while enjoying time on the water. Whether you’re spending the day on Lake Moultrie, the Tail Race Canal, or anywhere in between, please wear your life jacket, keep an eye on the weather, and make smart decisions so everyone makes it home safely.

While many are enjoying the holiday weekend with family and friends, our Special Operations Team stands ready to respond whenever needed.

From the rough waters of Lake Moultrie, to the remote rice fields along the Tail Race Canal, our crews train year-round to operate in some of the most challenging environments in Berkeley County.

No matter the conditions, Central Berkeley’s Special Operations Division is prepared to answer the call.

Have a safe and blessed Memorial Day weekend, and please take a moment to remember and honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸🚤🌊

05/16/2026

Join our team! Are you a Firefighter/Paramedic looking for a new place to call home? Apply today. Job application link in the QR code.

05/08/2026

Our units are on scene assisting. Due to the large first responder presence, please avoid the area to provide our first responders with room to work.

There is no additional information available at this time.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐱 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. — Berkeley County deputies are currently on scene at Publix Cane Bay, located at 1724 State Road, investigating a shooting that resulted in injuries.

A heavy law enforcement presence will remain in the area as deputies secure the scene and gather evidence. Citizens are asked to AVOID THE AREA and seek alternate routes while the investigation is active.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office immediately at 843-719-4505.

Additional details will be released as they become available.

05/05/2026

You may see us out and about near the West Lake Boat Landing, don’t worry, it’s just training! Our crews are conducting a scheduled exercise to sharpen skills and stay ready for when it matters most. Thanks for your patience and support!

05/03/2026

Teamwork makes the dream work 💪.