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Rest in Peace Chief John Winn Sr.

A long time and cherished member of Charleston City FD recently lost his battle with cancer. Details of the funeral service are pending. We extend our prayers for our brothers @ CFD and to the family of Chief Winn. He will be deeply missed!

Rest in Peace Retired Chief Ronald Hill Jr.

James Island Fire Department recently attended the funeral for one of their own. Retired Battalion Chief Ronald Hill Jr. lost his battle with cancer on April 6, 2012. Funeral services were held at Fort Johnson Baptist Church on James Island and he will be laid to rest at Willowbrook Cemetery in Fisher, Illinois. Chief Hill began his career with JIFD in 1989 and rose through the ranks to Battalion Chief. In addition to his service to JIFD, Chief Hill was also an instructor for the South Carolina Fire Academy where he helped shape the future of the fire service. Many lives have been touched by his wisdom and he will be greatly missed by all!

B Shift responds to attic fire

Crews from James Island, Charleston City and St. Andrews Fire department responded to a fire on Pickett Street on January 16, 2012. The single family residential structure had an attic fire caused by a lack of maintenance on the chimney. Homeowner attempted to put the fire out prior to going to bed. The next morning a passer-by reported smoke coming from the attic. All residents should contact the fire department to investigate fires even if they are extinguished. The responding crews have the tools and training to ensure the fire is truly extinguished and will not cause further damage or a loss of life if it rekindles later.

JIFD Members Receive Awards at
JIPSD Employee Appreciation Event

Deputy Chief Matt Rhoton received Employee of the Year. Chief Rhoton worked beyond the call of duty during the year by assuming the responsibilities of the vacant positions of training chief and B shift battalion chief all the while continuing his primary position. Great Job Chief Rhoton! See event pictures here.

Additional department employees received awards as well:
Captain James Harder - Employee of the Quarter
Years of Service awards were given as follows:
Captain Scott Bycroft - 20 years
Captain Shawn Engelman - 15 years
Captain Russell Creedmore - 10 years
Captain William Green - 10 years
Engineer Ray Manchester - 5 years
Engineer Jared Renshaw - 5 years

B Shift Responds to Possible Structure on Camp Rd

Battalion Chief Jeff Armstrong and the entire B shift responded to a possible structure at Smoky Oak Taproom on Camp Rd shortly after 8 pm on October 16, 2011.
Upon arrival, smoke was showing from the rear of the bar on the outside. Additional aid from ... read more here.

~ 2011 Fire Prevention Expo Huge Success ~

The annual JIFD Fire Prevention Expo was another huge success with a record crowd again this year. The Meducare emergency helicopter landed right on time at 6:30 as JIFD employees.....more here.

Mary was a big hit!

PAINT THE ISLAND PINK DAY
October 20, 2011

Engineer Robert Giacomarro in pink!

If you would like a JIFD pink shirt, you may order it from the James Island Fire Alliance here.

PLEASE Help Us
Reach Our Goal

All JIFD on-duty firefighters are wearing pink t shirts the entire month of October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We have joined forces with the James Island Fire Alliance to encourage all residents and businesses to Paint James Island Pink on October 20, 2011.

Please find something pink in your closets and wear it on October 20th. Together, we can all make a difference! We'll show the Lowcountry that James Islanders can make it happen!
Spread The Word and
LET'S GET THIS ISLAND PAINTED!

James Island Fire Alliance
Annouces its Raffle Winners List
iPad Winner bought ticket at Expo