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FD REMINDER: How to Use Fireworks Safely While Welcoming 2026 !

With many citizens planning to use consumer fireworks to celebrate the new year, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department wants to offer the following safety reminders: Attend a professional show instead of…

Michael DeSummaDecember 31, 2025

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CRFD Reminding Citizens to Keep Christmas Trees Watered Through Holiday

With the Christmas holiday upon us the Columbia-Richland Fire Department is cautioning residents to avoid the dangers of having dry decorated trees in their homes. If your home or apartment…

Michael DeSummaDecember 24, 2025

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17 Firefighters Ready for Duty After Graduating From CRFD Recruit School

Beginning Saturday December 6 some new faces will be out in service for the Columbia-Richland Fire Department The department is proud to announce the graduation of 17 new firefighters. The…

Michael DeSummaDecember 4, 2025

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21 CRFD Firefighters Honored at Fall Promotional Ceremony

The Columbia-Richland Fire Department began the month of December by recognizing 21 of our members for promotions they earned to new ranks of leadership during the second half of 2025.…

Michael DeSummaDecember 1, 2025

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Key Fire Safety Reminders to Keep in Mind While Preparing Your Thanksgiving Feast

This week citizens around the Midlands will be spending hours in the kitchen in order to get their Thanksgiving dinners on the table. That being said an important part of…

Michael DeSummaNovember 26, 2025

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Prevent Fires From Heating Sources During Cold Weather

With temperatures expected to drop sharply this week, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department wants to remind citizens to be careful and attentive while taking steps to heat their homes. “Any source…

Michael DeSummaNovember 10, 2025

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REMINDER: Exercise Safety when Purchasing Charging & Disposing of Lithium-Ion Batteries

As National Fire Prevention Month 2025 draws to a close, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department wants to reiterate this year’s crucial fire safety theme: the safe use of lithium-ion batteries. “These…

Michael DeSummaOctober 31, 2025

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Avoid Flammable Materials When Planning Your Halloween Costumes & Parties

With an evening of tricks and treats ahead for Halloween 2025 the Columbia-Richland Fire Department wants to help citizens avoid real-life scares during the holiday. “Having an unexpected fire that…

Michael DeSummaOctober 31, 2025

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Station 20 Hosts Evening of Fun at Annual Fall Festival

The annual Fall Festival at Station 20 of the Columbia-Richland Fire Department was once again a huge success, as families from across Richland County came out to the event on…

Michael DeSummaOctober 27, 2025

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Citizens Recognized By CRFD at Blythewood Station 26

The Columbia-Richland Fire Department had the honor of congratulating two citizens for the swift actions they took on the scenes of two separate emergencies this summer. Fire Chief Jenkins presented…

Michael DeSummaAugust 27, 2025