West Columbia Fire Department

West Columbia Fire Department is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in West Columbia, SC. Operating out of 1 station and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 610 N 12TH ST, West Columbia, SC, 29169.

803-791-4440

803-739-6239

Mailing: 610 N 12TH ST, West Columbia, SC, 29169-6447

34 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

28

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

6

Civilian & Support Staff

0

Total Calls
4,027
Fire Calls
4.2%
EMS Calls
48.2%
Other Calls
47.6%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
6m 35s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4.5
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Incident command
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (934 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
22m 17s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
4.2% (170 calls)
Total EMS Calls
48.2% (1,941 calls)
Total Other Calls
47.6% (1,916 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Incident command
Busiest Month
October (446 calls)
Busiest District
WC (1,329 calls)
Busiest Hours
12 PM - 4 PM (934 calls)
Avg. Response Time
6m 35s
Avg. Call Duration
22m 17s
Avg. Personnel Responding
4.5
Mutual Aid Received
251
Mutual Aid Given
540