Dorchester County Fire Rescue

Dorchester County Fire Rescue is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Saint George, SC. Operating out of 18 stations and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 101 Ridge ST STE 6, Saint George, SC, 29477-2486.

843-563-0214

843-832-0276

Mailing: 101 Ridge ST STE 6, Saint George, SC, 29477-2486

126 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

79

Volunteer Firefighters

25

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

22

Total Calls
5,809
Fire Calls
6.8%
EMS Calls
54.2%
Other Calls
39%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
8m 57s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4.2
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Investigate
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (1365 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
25m 32s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
6.8% (393 calls)
Total EMS Calls
54.2% (3,151 calls)
Total Other Calls
39% (2,265 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Investigate
Busiest Month
December (541 calls)
Busiest District
9 (898 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (1365 calls)
Avg. Response Time
8m 57s
Avg. Call Duration
25m 32s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4.2
Mutual Aid Received
386
Mutual Aid Given
273