Chester Fire Department

Chester Fire Department is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Chester, SC. Operating out of 2 stations and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 156 Columbia ST, Chester, SC, 29706-2915.

803-385-2123

803-385-6757

Mailing: 156 Columbia ST, Chester, SC, 29706-2915

50 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

26

Volunteer Firefighters

15

Paid-Per-Call

8

Civilian & Support Staff

1

Total Calls
1,435
Fire Calls
5.7%
EMS Calls
53.5%
Other Calls
40.8%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
6m 0s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.9
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Incident command
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (382 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
37m 50s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
5.7% (82 calls)
Total EMS Calls
53.5% (768 calls)
Total Other Calls
40.8% (585 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Incident command
Busiest Month
September (179 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (382 calls)
Avg. Response Time
6m 0s
Avg. Call Duration
37m 50s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.9
Mutual Aid Received
11
Mutual Aid Given
19