Charleston Fire Dept (@Charleston

Charleston Fire Dept

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Charleston Fire Dept

@Charleston_Fire

Official City of Charleston Fire Department Twitter Feed! Account is not monitored 24/7.

Charleston, SC

charleston-sc.gov/fire

Joined July 2013

Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
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🚨 PROMOTION ANNOUNCEMENT 📢 Please join us in congratulating TJ Axson on his promotion to Assistant Chief of Special Ops within Fire Operations. Chief Axson's promotion was celebrated with a traditional badge pinning ceremony on May 28th at CFD Headquarters. Surrounded by
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 10
🚒 May 2026 Monthly Recap 🚒 Our team at the Charleston Fire Department stayed busy keeping our community safe last month! In May 2026 alone, our crews responded to a total of 2,163 incidents. Here is a look at the breakdown of our responses and community efforts:
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 10
is your emergency kit planned and prepared? If not, we have got you covered with a checklist! See the items below of what you should pack in your emergency kit to stay prepared this hurricane season! 🌀
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 9
Replying to @Charleston_Fire
Outbound lanes (away from the Peninsula) have reopened. Inbound lanes are closed, @domenergysc is working to reopen one lane soon. #chsnews #chstrf
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 9
Replying to @Charleston_Fire
Savannah Highway is closed in both directions between Playground Road and Radio Road for a gas leak at 975 Savannah Highway. Crews are on scene but expect delays.
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 9
Reported natural gas leak near 975 Savannah Hwy. Inbound lanes (toward the Peninsula) are closed, outbound lanes may be closed soon. @domenergysc on scene and reviewing the situation. Please avoid the area. #chsnews #chstrf
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 9
🎉 Congratulations to Lynn McDonnell as she was recently promoted to Administrative Services Manager at Charleston Fire Department! In her new role, Lynn will be overseeing several critical areas that keep our Department running smoothly: 🚨 Financial Strategy: Directing the
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 8
This past Saturday, members of our Emergency Management, Community Outreach, and Operations teams were out at the Folly Road Walmart on James Island for the Charleston County Hurricane Preparedness Expo! 🌀🎒 We loved connecting with everyone, answering questions, and helping
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 5
Replying to @Charleston_Fire
UPDATE: Ryan Leal has been located and is safe.
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 5
🌪️ Charleston, Know What to Do When a Storm Threatens ⚠️ When a tropical storm or hurricane is approaching, acting early saves lives. • Secure your home: bring in outdoor items, board windows if needed • Check your supplies: water, food, medications, and batteries • Know
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 4
CFD and partner agencies are assisting in this search. Please review the information below: #chsnews
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 4
🔥 Flashback to March 1st, 2026 🔥 Charleston Fire Department hosted an Operational Readiness Exercise titled "Operation Palmetto Shield" at Runnymede Plantation in West Ashley. This exercise allowed CFD special response teams to evaluate their readiness and interoperability
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Charleston Fire Dept
@Charleston_Fire
Jun 3
Join us THIS MORNING for a Car Seat Safety Check! Our team will be on hand to help you properly install and inspect car seats to make sure your little ones are riding safely. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up today, or drop by the address below between 8:30-10:45! 🚗👶✔️
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