St. John's Fire District

2 days ago

***Incident Update- River Road***

Our crews continue to monitor a mulch pile fire located on River Road near Plowground Road.

Over the past 72 hours, fire department personnel have been working closely with contractors to reduce the size of the pile and bring the situation under control. Contractors on site have been actively assisting by pumping water from nearby ponds to support suppression efforts.

While smoke persists this morning, there was a significant reduction in pile size and volume of smoke. Favorable weather conditions today support further resolution and total extinguishment of the fire.

"This incident is frustrating for local residents and fire departments involved. It has required a considerable commitment of resources from local fire departments." said Fire Chief Ryan Kunitzer. "We appreciate the ongoing cooperation from contractors on scene. We are working to resolve this incident as fast as possible. We are also working closely with our County and state partners to address enforcement related to this incident." ... See MoreSee Less

St. John's Fire District

3 days ago

STJFD continues to work alongside private contractors to mitigate the mulch and debris pile fire in River Road. Today, equipment will continue to break apart the pile.

There may be brief delays in the area while equipment is moved in or out. Smoke will contour to linger in the area.

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St. John's Fire District

5 days ago

St. John’s Fire District and Charleston Fire Department responded last night at approximately 8:30pm for a large brush and mulch pile fire in a recently cleared area near River Road and Exchange Landing Road.

Firefighters were back on scene this morning working on further breaking apart the pile and moving away from a nearby tree line. There will be smoke in the area as the pile continues to smolder. #TheDistrict ... See MoreSee Less

St. John's Fire District

1 week ago

A giant thank you and congratulations to Commissioner Bill Thomae! Commissioner Thomae recently stepped off the Commission after 9+ years of service to the District representing Kiawah Island.

Bill was gracious with his time and spent countless hours and hours leading the Building Committee through several large capital projects and fire station construction projects. He was an advocate for firefighters and staff and supported the District in numerous ways!

We wish Bill and his wife health and happiness in their next adventure! #thedistrict ... See MoreSee Less

St. John's Fire District

2 weeks ago

Congratulations to Firefighters Michael Decker and Bennett Duckworth on completing their probationary requirements! Strong work!
Burn the shirts! #thedistrict ... See MoreSee Less