Make a splash while staying safe! 🏊♂️💦 #PoolSafety #SwimSmart #BeatTheHeat![]()
firesafe.sc.gov/weekly/updatedweekly/pool-safety-202_64166508.pdf
July 21-27, is National Drowning Prevention Week, and we want to remind everyone to prioritize water safety. ![]()
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1. Avoid distractions such as using your phone, reading, or socializing while supervising children in the pool.![]()
2. Stay close to the pool and maintain eye contact with children at all times. If you are further than an arms reach, you are to far. ![]()
3. Do not rely solely on floatation devices or toys to keep children safe in the water.![]()
4. Rotate supervision duties with other adults in order to prevent fatigue and maintain constant vigilance.![]()
5. Be aware of potential hazards in and around the pool, such as slippery surfaces, sharp edges, and drains.![]()
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Adding an extra safety step in and around the water can make all the difference. ![]()
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#NationalDrowningPreventionWeek #watersafetyawareness
⚠️⚠️TRAFFIC ADVISORY⚠️⚠️ ![]()
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UPDATED 11:40pm ALL Clarendon County Fire Rescue units are clear from Greeleyville Hwy. SC Highway Patrol will remain on scene while the vehicles are being removed from the roadway by the tow companies. ![]()
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Units with Clarendon County Fire Rescue are on scene of a 2 car vehicle accident with injuries on Greeleyville Hwy near Mallett Rd. Greeleyville Hwy is shut down at this time. Please use an alternate route. Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office is on scene assisting with traffic.
Thank you all for joining us today for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new station in the Town of Turbeville. ![]()
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We are excited about the opportunity to have a new facility that will help better serve our community. This station will not only provide fire and medical services, but also an annex for Clarendon County Sheriff’s Office. ![]()
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We are committed to the safety and well being of our community. Thank you all for being there and for your continued support!
It is going to be another HOT DAY in Clarendon! ![]()
SAFETY TIPS:![]()
Stay indoors as much as possible, and use air conditioning or a fan. Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing to reflect heat. ![]()
Drink plenty of water, even if you’re not thirsty. Avoid alcoholic beverages and drinks high in sugar or caffeine.![]()
Find shade when you’re outside, and wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen with a high SPF. Limit outdoor activity, especially during the hottest part of the day. If you must be outside, try to rest often in shady areas.![]()
Check on family members, older adults, and neighbors. Watch for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke, such as heavy sweating, cold, pale skin, muscle cramps, or passing out. If someone shows signs of heat stroke or heat exhaustion, call 911, move them somewhere cooler, and use towels to cool them down.![]()
Don’t leave pets outside for extended periods of time.Hot again today with heat index values pushing 110F! Remember heat safety and with any luck, we’ll see another round of scattered showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. #caewx #scwx #gawx
June 2024 Incidents
35
Fires
559
Medical
41
Good Intent & False Alarms
28