West Columbia, SC 06/29/2021 (Paul Kirby) – The City of West Columbia, SC was recently recognized as a Fire Safe South Carolina Community by South Carolina Fire Safe, in conjunction with the SC Firefighters’ Association, and the SC Fire Chiefs’ Association. This designation is awarded to select fire departments across South Carolina that have demonstrated to the committee that they are committed to developing and implementing successful community risk reduction plans in their jurisdiction.
When asked about the city’s fire department winning the award, West Columbia’s Mayor Tem Miles said, “The members of the West Columbia Fire Department worked every day to keep the citizens of our community safe. I am so thankful for their efforts to reduce fire risk and the great results they have achieved.
West Columbia’s Fire Chief Chris Smith said, “I am proud of the efforts of the Community Risk Reduction Team and all the members of the West Columbia Fire Department, as the safety of our community is the main focus. We will continue to strive to ensure we offer the very best for our citizens and the community we serve.”
