Surfside Beach Fire Department

Surfside Beach Fire Department is primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers with some career personnel and serves as a local fire department in Surfside Beach, SC. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly volunteer organization. Headquartered at 810 1ST AVE N, Surfside Beach, SC, 29575.

843-913-6343

Mailing: 810 1ST AVE N, Surfside Beach, SC, 29575-3815

56 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

7

Volunteer Firefighters

30

Paid-Per-Call

15

Civilian & Support Staff

4

Total Calls
1,196
Fire Calls
2.4%
EMS Calls
40.2%
Other Calls
57.4%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 4s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.6
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide manpower
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (295 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
22m 0s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
2.4% (29 calls)
Total EMS Calls
40.2% (481 calls)
Total Other Calls
57.4% (686 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide manpower
Busiest Month
May (145 calls)
Busiest District
2 (1,196 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (295 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 4s
Avg. Call Duration
22m 0s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3.6
Mutual Aid Received
80
Mutual Aid Given
85