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29/March/2025 - MVC with Ejection & Air Evac - "C" Shift
An adult male was critically injured in a high
speed roll-over accident on Red Root Road south of Bethel Road
Saturday evening 29-March at 19:36. The southbound Mazda crossed
over to the northbound ditch where it flipped over five times before
coming to rest upright on the edge of the roadway. The driver was
ejected from the car and found approximately 50 feet from the car in
the roadway. Bystanders provided aid following the accident.
Fire-Rescue units treated the man at the scene for multiple
traumatic injuries and a head injury. Click
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27/March/2025 - High Speed MVC - "A" Shift
Five people were transported to Colleton
Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries, following the
high speed collision of two pickup trucks on Interstate 95 near the
55 mile marker northbound. The accident occurred Thursday evening
27-March at 19:26. Witnesses advised traffic was slowing due to a
construction zone at the 56 mile marker. As
northbound vehicles began to reduce speed, a northbound pickup truck
collided with the rear of another northbound pickup truck. The
collision caused heavy damage to both vehicles. Click
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27/March/2025 - Woods and Bldg Fire - "A" Shift
As the Statewide Burning Band continues into
the second week, woods fires also continue to destroy property and
keep firefighters busy. The largest fire in Colleton on Thursday
occurred in the 200 block of Dobway Lane near Canadys Crossroads at
17:48. A suspected debris fire spread into a wooded area, destroyed
a storage building and animal shelter and damaged a small panel van
and the siding on a singlewide mobile home. Engine 5 arrived within
minutes of the 9-1-1 call and was able to stop the spread of the
fire and save the mobile home. Click here
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27/March/2025 - Condolences
The Fire-Rescue Department extends condolences to Captain Joseph
Holmes, and his family, on the loss of his father, Mr. Paul Joseph
Holmes, Sr.. Mr. Holmes spent 88 years on this earth making it a
better place. He passed away on 27-March at his residence in Early
Branch, SC surrounded by his family. Mr. Holmes and his late wife
Mrs. Judy were two of the first certified Paramedics in the State.
The duo helped organize Hilton Head Island Volunteer Squad, which
grew into the largest Volunteer EMS agency in the state and later
became Hilton Head Fire-Rescue. Mr. Holmes achieved many great
accomplishments, but his great success in life was his family.
Please keep Captain Holmes, and the entire Holmes family in your
prayers.
Please take a minute and read Mr. Holmes Obituary here:
https://www.peeplesrhodenfuneralhome.com/obituary/paul-holmes |
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26/March/2025 - Grass and Structure Fire - "C" Shift
Despite the Statewide Burning Ban, an
unattended burn barrel located in the backyard of a residence in the
100 block of Del Rey Drive spread through the yard onto two
adjacent properties, destroying a wooden fence, a utility trailer, a
wooden storage building and other property, including a utility
pole, which caused the power line to fall and ignite the roof of the
home on the property. Fire-Rescue units were already on the scene of
another fire on Emerald Street two blocks away. Click
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26/March/2025 - Woods, Vehicle and Building Fire - "C" Shift
Despite a Statewide burning ban, an outdoor
fire at a residence in the 100 block of Emerald Street quickly
spread to an metal storage building, carport and approximately one
acre of woods Wednesday afternoon 26-March at 13:13. The fire
destroyed two vehicles under the carport. Engine 19 deployed two
handlines to the fire and requested a plow from the Forestry
Commission. Crews kept the fire from reaching the residence on the
property. Units were on the scene for 1-1/2 hours. Click
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26/March/2025 - MVC with Entrapment - "C" Shift
Four people were injured in a three vehicle MVC
on ACE Basin Parkway (US Hwy 17) at the intersection of Wood Road,
Wednesday afternoon 26-March at 12:48. Tender 21 drove up on the
accident shortly after it occurred and began treating the injured.
ACE Basin Parkway was blocked by the vehicles and debris. The driver
of a Nissan was trapped. Three Fire-Rescue ambulances responded to
the scene. Firefighter-Paramedics used Holmatro Pentheon Rescue
Tools to extricate the driver of the Nissan. Two patients were
transported by Fire-Rescue to the Trauma Center at MUSC. Click
here for additional information. |
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25/March/2025 - High Speed MVC - "B" Shift
Three people were injured in a two vehicle MVC
on I-95 near the 51 mile marker northbound, Tuesday afternoon
25-March at 17:32. Both vehicles were traveling northbound, when a
full sized pickup truck struck the rear of a small passenger car
causing extensive damage to the car. Witnesses advised that traffic
was slowing when the accident occurred. The passenger car was pushed
into the median. One patient from the car was transported to the
Trauma Center at Trident Medical Center. Click
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25/March/2025 - Three Vehicle MVC - "B" Shift
A three vehicle MVC blocked Green Pond Hwy at
Proctor Street and sent two people to the hospital Tuesday afternoon
25-March at 15:24. A pickup truck struck the side of a fuel tanker
and then collided with another pickup truck. Both patients suffered
non-life threatening injuries. The tanker was not leaking any
product and the tractor trailer driver was not injured. The
intersection was closed for about an hour. Click
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23/March/2025 - Birth Annoucement
The Fire-Rescue Department congratulates Firefighter Anthony
Rodriquez and his wife, Emily, on the birth of their son. AJ
Rodriquez made his grand entrance at 0511 weighing 8 pounds 11ounces
and 21 inches long. Mom, AJ and Dad are all doing well. |
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23/March/2025 - Motorcycle MVC W Air Evac - "C" Shift
A Bluffton man was seriously injured in a
motorcycle accident in the 5500 block of Charleston Hwy. (SC Hwy 64)
Sunday afternoon 23-March at 14:52. Witnesses advised the east bound
motorcycle lost control after attempting to avoid a collision with a
turning vehicle. The motorcycle and driver slid several hundred
feet. The Harley Davidson motorcycle stopped on the shoulder of the
road and the driver was found lying in the roadway. Another person
riding with him rendered aid and controlled bleeding before the
arrival of Fire-Rescue. Click here for
additional information. |
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21/March/2025 - Structure Fire - "A" Shift
At 15:53 Friday afternoon 21-March, two family
members reported hearing a "pop" on their front porch. Upon
investigation, they found the front porch was on fire. They were
able to safely exit the home through the back door and notify 9-1-1.
Fire-Rescue Engine 19 arrived minutes later to find the singlewide
mobile home well involved. Flames were visible from the front and
rear of the home as well as the backyard. Firefighter-Paramedics
deployed multiple handlines to the building and made entry through
the front door. Click here for
additional information. |
21/March/2025 - Firefighter Appreciation
The Fire-Rescue Department would like to thank Ms. Syvilla Seabrook,
General Manager and the Staff of the Walterboro Hardee's for
providing breakfast to the on duty crew. This thoughtful gesture was
unexpected and very appreciated. We are thankful for the continued
support from community members. Click here
for more information. |
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18/March/2025 - Shooting Incident - "A" Shift
A 19 year old male was critically injured in a
shooting incident in the 400 block of Bee Dr. Tuesday evening
18-March. At 19:37, 9-1-1 received several reports of a male being
shot multiple times in the yard of a residence on Bee Dr. Sheriff's
Deputies arrived quickly and began bleeding control on the man.
Firefighter-Paramedics arrived a short time later and continued his
treatment. The CARE Flight medical helicopter was placed on standby.
Firefighter-Paramedics transported the man emergent to the helipad
at Colleton Medical Center with additional personnel on board to
assist with his care. Click here for
additional information. |
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17/March/2025 - Shooting Incident - "C" Shift
Fire-Rescue Units and Law Enforcement responded
to the 200 block of Mount Carmel Road for a 40 year old male with
two gunshot wounds. The incident was reported Monday evening
17-March at 23:53. The patient was stable. Firefighter-Paramedics
treated the man at the scene, then transported him to Colleton
Medical Center. The Sheriff's Office is investigating to determine
if the incident was related to the earlier shooting incident on
Cleveland Street. Click here for
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17/March/2025 - Fatal Shooting Incident - "C" Shift
A 30 year old male was fatally injured in a
shooting incident that occured in the 200 block of Cleveland St,
Monday evening 17-March at 21:15. Sheriff's Deputies arrived and
cleared the scene. They found the man unconscious and unresponsive
inside the residence and Deputies began performing CPR.
Firefighter-Paramedics arrived a short time later and continued
care. The patient received multiple gunshot wounds and was
transported emergent in Fire-Rescue Medic 1 to Colleton Medical
Center. Click here for additional
information.
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15/March/2025 - Structure Fire - "A" Shift
A fire occurred in the attic of a residence
located in the 200 block of Henry Street Saturday afternoon 15-March
at 15:15. The occupant heard a noise from the attic and upon
investigation found the A/C unit located there on fire. They safely
exited the building and notified 9-1-1. Fire-Rescue units arrived a
short time later. Firefighter-Paramedics deployed one hand line to
the attic and quickly extinguished the fire. The home received some
damage to the rafters, the A/C unit and items located near the unit.
Click here for additional information.
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15/March/2025 - Communications Exercise
Saturday was the final day of the annual SC Statewide Exercise
(Disaster Drill). State and local agencies as well as some private
partners, practiced a communications failure caused by the simulated
fuel shortages and severe weather event that was the basis of the
week and half long exercise. Backup radio systems, HAM radios,
satellite communications and alternatives to the internet were
tested and practiced. Click here for
additional information.
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14/March/2025 - Gunshot Injury - "C" Shift
A 16 year old male received serious injuries in
a reported accidental shooting at Walterboro Village Apartments
located at 601 Green Pond Hwy. The incident occurred Friday evening
14-March at 22:39. The young man told responders he was assisting
another person while cleaning a firearm when the weapon discharged.
The bullet struck the 16 year old in the thigh, breaking his femur.
Click here for additional information.
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14/March/2025 -Statewide Exercise Friday (Active Shooter Drill)
On Friday, Local First Responders descended on Colleton
Preparatory Academy for an active shooter drill. School was not in
session Friday. Several walk throughs and practice sessions were
conducted in the months prior to the actual drill. The school has
some very robust plans in place to protect the facility, students
and staff, all of which worked well during the scenario. As part of
the drill, Colleton Medical Center conducted their annual
disaster drill and received many patients from the active
shooter drill. Click here for additional
information.
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11-March-2025 / Statewide Full Scale Exercise (Tuesday & Wednesday)
Colleton County First responders participated in the Statewide Full
Scale Exercise which began last week with notifications from the SC
Emergency Management Division. The scenario this year involved a
fire in Louisiana which disrupted the Colonial Pipeline, which
supplies fuel to the east coast. This happened during a severe
winter weather event with below freezing temperatures. As the supply
issue continued, the power grid suffered due to high use and LP gas,
gasoline and diesel fuel were short. Click
here for additional information.
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08/March/2025 - Woods and Vehicle Fire - "C Shift
Approximately five acres and two vehicles were burned
Saturday afternoon 08-March in the 1400 block of Azalea Patch Road.
The incident was reported at 12:19 when a controlled burn got out of
hand and quickly spread. The fire entered a field and wooded area,
burned two vehicles and endangered one structure. The property owner
assisted, using a tractor to cut fire lines around the fire. Engine
18 arrived and deployed several handlines. Click
here for additional information.
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