Charleston County Volunteer Rescue Squad

It has been a busy weekend for the Charleston County Volunteer Rescue Squad!

Our members provided medical support for the Lowcountry Splash with two of our rescue vessels on the water, ensuring participants and spectators could enjoy the event safely.

At the same time, the extreme Lowcountry heat and humidity created additional challenges across the area. We were requested to assist U.S. Coast Guard Sector Charleston, South Carolina Ports Authority, and Charleston County EMS at the USCGC EAGLE, providing rehabilitation, cooling, and hydration support for the large crowds waiting to tour America's Tall Ship.

We are proud to work alongside our public safety partners to keep our community safe, whether on the water, at special events, or supporting visitors during unique opportunities like the United States Coast Guard Barque EAGLE's visit to Charleston.

A special thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers who answered the call and helped support multiple missions simultaneously.

Happy Memorial Day from Charleston County Volunteer Rescue Squad!

Today we remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country, and we thank all veterans for their sacrifice and dedication.

As you spend time with family and friends this holiday weekend, we encourage everyone to continue celebrating safely. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, keep an eye on the water conditions, and look out for one another.

For the past two days, members of CCVRS have been serving on Isle of Palms beach alongside the Isle of Palms Fire Department and Charleston County Parks Lifeguards to help keep beachgoers safe throughout the busy holiday weekend. We’re proud to continue supporting our community and our public safety partners this Memorial Day.

For Pride, Not Pay.

Last night's training featured some of the locals that most people don’t want to run into… or step on.

Our weekly training was led by Edisto Island Serpentarium, where we had the opportunity to learn about several venomous and non-venomous snakes native to our area. They provided valuable education on snake identification, behavior, habitat, and safety considerations when encountering these species in the field.

We appreciate them taking the time to share their knowledge and help us better understand the wildlife we may encounter while serving our community. Training like this helps improve both responder safety and public awareness.