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🎉🔥 The party’s over, but your fire safety check isn’t!
College students, before you call it a night, take a quick look around your space. Make sure there are no unattended candles, cigarettes, or other items that could start a fire.
🍺 Keep alcohol far away from open flames and never mix drinking with fire-related activities.
🕯️ Blow out candles before leaving the room.
🚬 Make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished and disposed of properly.
🔥 Never leave anything burning or smoldering unattended.
A few seconds of checking your space could prevent a fire before it starts. Party smart. Stay safe. 🎓❤️
#CollegeSafety #FireSafety #FirePrevention #DormSafety #CFD
Halloween is this weekend! Let's remember to bring our safety skills as we set up for the holiday weekend.
Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airtlow, which can cause a battery to overheat.
#FirePreventionWeek #ChargingSuperpower
#ChargingSafety
Charleston Fire Dept retweeted
😑Going to be a rough week along the coast as several rounds of coastal flooding are expected starting this morning through early next week. Moderate flooding is expected this morning in Charleston with the potential for Major Sunday and Monday mornings. High tide is around 7 AM.
Charleston Fire Dept retweeted
🌊 COASTAL FLOODING ALERT
King Tides may cause moderate to major coastal flooding in Charleston this weekend through midweek, especially during morning high tides Monday–Wednesday.
Low-lying roads and intersections may become impassable. Please plan ahead and avoid flooded roads should you encounter them. IF roads or intersections are blocked with a barricade, DO NOT drive around it and find an alternate route.
All road closures will be posted to the City of Charleston TideEye website:
gis.charleston-sc.gov/tideey…
#chsnews #chstrfc
Charleston Fire Dept retweeted
West Ashley Traffic Alert!
Southbound lanes of Savannah Hwy (US-17) are closed at Ashley Town Center Dr. due to a vehicle versus pedestrian collision.
Northbound lanes of Savannah Hwy (US-17) remain unaffected.
Please avoid the area until further notice.
#chsnews #chstrfc
Crews are on scene of a residential structure fire in the 1400 block of Ashley River Road. Firefighters quickly contained the fire and searched to verify all occupants escaped the building.
Fire Marshal's have responded to review the incident.
No reported injuries at this time.
#charlestonfire #chnews
Construction zones can be dangerous for everyone, including our first responders. 🚧 Always follow posted safety signs, stay alert around construction equipment and keep a safe distance from active work zones. A little extra caution can help keep our community safe!
Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery.
#FirePreventionWeek #ChargingSuperpower #ChargingSafety.
🎨⚡ALMOST 2 WEEKS LEFT TO SHOW US YOUR FIRE SAFETY SUPERPOWERS! 🚒🔥
Calling all creative kids in grades 1–8! We want to see your best artwork for the Charleston Fire Department’s Fire Safety Art Contest.
This year, we’re challenging you to get creative with an important message:
🦸♀️ “Charge Into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower!” 🦸♂️
Think about how you can turn fire safety into a picture, drawing or colorful masterpiece! Whether you love to draw, paint, color or create with markers and pencils, we want to see your ideas. 🖍️🎨
⏰ The countdown is on! Artwork must be submitted by 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31.
So grab your art supplies, start creating and make your fire safety message stand out! 🚒⚡
📲 Check out the flyer for all the details and scan the QR code to submit your artwork!
Fire Companies Relocated as
Historic Renovation Plan Continues
Charleston, SC (October 15, 2026): The Charleston Fire Department has temporarily closed Stations 2 & 3, located at the corner of Meeting Street and Wentworth Street, to prepare for the next phase of renovation to this nearly 140-year-old historic building. The administrative side of the station, facing Wentworth Street, will remain in use during this phase of the project and will relocate at a future date.
“Relocating the two engines from the fire station was an important next step for the renovation project to move forward,” said Fire Chief Dan Curia. “City Capital Projects continues to finalize project plans, conduct the necessary assessments, and will be responsible for the overall project management of the renovation.”
Emergency response services will continue without disruption. Personnel and operations have been coordinated to accommodate the transition while maintaining the department’s ability to serve the community.
The temporary facility is located at 296 Meeting Street and includes a Sprung Structures building that will serve as the apparatus space for both engines. The adjacent house was adjusted for the temporary living quarters.
#ChsNews @WCBD @ABCnews4 @Live5News @PostAndCourier
Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they fail.
#FirePreventionWeek #ChargingSuperpower
#EBikeSafety #charlestonfire
Today’s the day! 🌍️ 🫨
At 10:15 a.m. we’ll be practicing our drop, cover, and hold on as part of the Great ShakeOut and we want you to join us along with millions of others worldwide. Always remember, when the ground starts shaking:
Drop. Cover. and Hold On!
#THEGREATSAKEOUT #Shakeout #CFD #emergencymanagement #earthquakedrill
Charleston Fire Dept retweeted
Downtown Traffic Alert!
Morrison Dr. is closed in both directions between Romney St. and Huger St. due to a tractor trailer striking powerlines and poles. The US-17 off ramp onto Morrison is closed as well. Please find an alternate route while crews work to clear the road.
#chsnews #chstrfc
September Statistics: Take a look at the Charleston Fire Department’s activity throughout the month as our crews continue serving and protecting the City of Charleston!
There is no season for earthquakes which means preparing is a year-round endeavor!
Earthquakes occur with no warning, take the time this week to prepare you and your family by learning what to do before, during, and after an earthquake.
Join us in the World's Largest Earthquake Drill, tomorrow October 16th and practice your
DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON! Visit ShakeOut.org.
For more information on earthquakes in South Carolina, visit Earthquake.SC.
🍺🔥 Alcohol + Fire = A Dangerous Combination.
Alcohol and fire do NOT mix. Whether you’re grilling, cooking, using a fire pit, or lighting candles, drinking can slow your reaction time and impair your judgment, turning a small mistake into a serious emergency.
🔥 If you’re drinking, designate someone else to handle the fire.
🚫 Never leave a grill, fire pit, or open flame unattended.
👀 Keep a clear head when you’re in charge of the flames.
Have fun. Be responsible. And keep alcohol and fire separated.
#FireSafety #FirePrevention #DrinkResponsibly #Charleston #CFD
Charleston, SC (October 12, 2026): The Charleston County Emergency Communication Center received a 911 call shortly after 1:30 AM this morning reporting a structure fire on South Street. Charleston and Mt. Pleasant Fire Departments, Charleston County EMS, and Charleston PD responded to the area.
Responders arrived in less than four minutes from the time of dispatch and located a vacant, two-story, duplex with smoke venting from the first floor. Firefighters quickly entered to extinguish the fire and searched the home to verify it was unoccupied.
Investigators from the Fire Marshal’s Office are reviewing the incident. Anyone with photos of the incident are encouraged to email [email protected] or contact 843-724-3429 to speak with an investigator.
Fire damage was limited to one room of the building. No injuries were reported during the incident.
#ChsNews @WCBD @ABCnews4 @Live5News @PostAndCourier
