A dazzling fireworks display is scheduled to ring in 2022 during the ‘Famously Hot New Years’ celebration in downtown Columbia Friday evening, December 31. With the annual show expected to draw large crowds into the capital, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department wants to alert guests to avoid certain streets south of the State House. Specifically, South […]
The 2021 July 4th Weekend is likely to bring a spike in family parties and community gatherings as more and more restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic continue to be lifted. Keeping that in mind the Columbia-Richland Fire Department is once again encouraging area residents to use extreme caution and attentiveness if they plan to set […]
With the threat of COVID-19 still strong across the state of South Carolina, many residents will be turning to the July 4th weekend for fun and some feeling of normalcy this year. However, the fire department once again wants to remind residents that any holiday celebration can be ruined if safety guidelines are ignored. This […]
Columbia Richland firefighters want to STRONGLY encourage area residents to practice safety and due caution while welcoming a NEW decade to the Central Midlands. For the safety of you, your loved ones and others please adhere to the following guidelines during the New Year Holiday! DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE! IF YOU ARE DRINKING, DO […]
With America’s day of independence set to be celebrated this week Columbia Richland Fire is once again asking area residents to exercise caution while using fireworks. “The Fourth of July holiday is about getting together with our friends and loved ones for food and fun,” said Columbia Richland Fire Chief Aubrey D. Jenkins, “Unfortunately […]
The staff at Columbia Richland Fire hopes that you all enjoyed the holiday season and are getting ready to welcome 2019! If you plan to venture out to enjoy New Years festivities PLEASE keep these safety tips in mind: If your celebrations this year will include alcohol… 1. Make a plan ahead of time. Don’t […]