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Two CRFD Firefighters Injured After Collapse at Massive Building Fire

Two Columbia-Richland firefighters were injured late Saturday night August 17, 2024 while fighting a massive 2-Alarm fire that broke out in a commercial property on W. Beltline Boulevard. CRFD 1st…

Michael DeSummaAugust 21, 2024

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12 Teens Complete CRFD Youth Empowerment Academy in Program’s Third Year

The month of August kicked off at the Columbia-Richland Fire Department with our annual graduation for teens that took part in this summer’s Youth Empowerment Academy. Each teen received their…

Michael DeSummaAugust 15, 2024

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Columbia-Richland Fire Department Named ‘Fire Safe SC Community’ for Fifth Straight Year

This year now marks the fifth consecutive one that the Columbia-Richland Fire Department has been recognized for its work preventing fires in our communities. The department was once again named…

Michael DeSummaJuly 17, 2024

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2-Alarm Fire Rips Through Homes in Northeast Richland County

In the early morning hours of June 25, 2024 Columbia-Richland firefighters responded to a massive fire in the Summit neighborhood off of Clemson Road. Crews were first dispatched to the…

Michael DeSummaJuly 15, 2024

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FD REMINDER: Handle Fireworks with Caution and Care During July 4th Holiday

As citizens in the City of Columbia and Richland County prepare to celebrate America’s birthday this week, CRFD wants to reiterate some important safety points to keep in mind when…

Michael DeSummaJuly 3, 2024

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Fire Department ‘Open House’ Benefits Teens Living with Sickle Cell

The Columbia-Richland Fire Department kicked off the summer season with a day of ‘firehouse fun’ on Friday June 21. Station 1 on Laurel Street became the site of a free…

Michael DeSummaJune 27, 2024

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22 New CRFD Firefighters Ready For Duty Following Graduation

Columbia-Richland Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins administered the oath of office to 22 new full-time firefighters with the department as commencement exercises for CRFD Recruit Class 2024-01 were held on…

Michael DeSummaMay 23, 2024

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Fire Station ‘Open House’ Set for June 21st To Help Teens Living with Sickle Cell

Area kids and their families are invited to come out and enjoy a day of firefighting themed fun on Friday June 21, 2024 as the Columbia-Richland Fire Department will be…

Michael DeSummaMay 23, 2024

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Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins Honored for 45 Years of Public Service

This year Columbia-Richland Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins is marking 45 years serving with the Columbia-Richland Fire Department. Chief Jenkins's career spanning four and a half decades began in 1979…

Michael DeSummaMay 8, 2024

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CRFD Honored for Lifesaving Work Helping Drug Overdose Patients

The Columbia-Richland Fire Department’s efforts to help in the nation’s ongoing opioid crisis was highlighted at the annual SC Governor’s Opioid and Addiction Summit. CRFD was one of several fire…

Michael DeSummaMay 6, 2024