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| Subject | Date | Article |
|---|---|---|
| News | Dec,12,2025 |
CCFD Hosts Three-Day Engine Operations Training EventChatham County Fire Department hosted a three-day engine operations training led by Charlotte Fire Battalion Chief Jonah Smith and Spartanburg City Fire Lieutenant Brian Winder, providing hands-on instruction to strengthen fire attack, hose deployment, and overall operational readiness. |
| News | Nov,26,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Designated as an EMS Initial Education ProgramChatham County Fire Department is Designated as an EMS Initial Education Program at the Advanced EMT (AEMT), EMT, and EMR levels |
| News | Nov,11,2025 |
Inside the Chatham County Fire Department Boys Fire Camp: Developing Future Leaders Through Teamwork and TrainingCCFD Celebrates Graduates and Future Leaders of the Inaugural Boys Fire Camp |
| News | Oct,28,2025 |
Remembering Battalion Chief Chris Eddy: A Line-of-Duty Tragedy Drives Critical Safety LessonsChatham County Fire is proud to host the Reefer Container Awareness training to better prepare firefighters for the unique hazards these incidents pose. |
| News | Oct,11,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Firefighters Volunteer at Camp Fierce: Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Fire ServiceEmpowering Women Through Firefighting Education and Experience at the Oklahoma Women on Fire Girl's Firefighting Camp |
| News | Oct,26,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Announces Creation of Special Operations Medical Unit – CTACThis newly formed unit represents an important step forward in Chatham County’s commitment to enhancing emergency medical readiness and tactical response capabilities across the region. |
| News | Oct,23,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Recruit Academy Graduation CeremonyThis marks the 12th recruit class to graduate under Training Chief Joshua Anderson, adding 13 new firefighters to the ranks of the Chatham County Fire Department. |
| News | Oct,19,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department announces the CCFD Boys Fire CampChatham County Fire Department announces the CCFD Boys Fire Camp, taking place November 8–10, 2025. |
| News | Oct,17,2025 |
CCFD Firefighters Achieve 100% Pass Rate in Driver Operator Certification CourseChatham County Fire Department is proud to recognize the successful completion of the recent Driver Operator course, instructed by Captain Jordan Johnson. |
| News | Oct,16,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Announces Promotions and New Leadership After National SearchThe Chatham County Fire Department is proud to announce a series of promotions and new appointments following a nationwide search and an extensive interview process designed to identify leaders who embody the department’s values of service, integrity, and excellence. |
| News | Oct,14,2025 |
Exchange Club of Savannah Honors Three Chatham County Fire Department Firefighters for Excellence in ServiceCaptain Andrew Ulmer, Firefighter Jaden Jackson, and Firefighter Osvaldo Alvarado recognized for their dedication and impact. |
| News | Aug,28,2025 |
CCFD Celebrates a Major Milestone in the Fire ServiceIn August 2025, the Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) reached an incredible achievement, 4,006 credentialed professionals worldwide, the highest number ever awarded. |
| News | Oct,06,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Wraps Up Department Promotion InterviewsCelebrating Leadership, Growth, and Commitment in the Chatham County Fire Department as promotion interviews come to a close |
| News | Oct,04,2025 |
Chatham County Commission Approves Intergovernmental Agreement for Tactical Medic IntegrationThe IGA allows Chatham County’s Fire Department to provide pre-hospital medical support during special operations for the City of Savannah’s Police Department. |
| News | Oct,04,2025 |
Honoring the Fallen: Savannah-Chatham Firefighters Memorial ServiceFirefighters from across the Southeast gathered to honor 29 fallen heroes, with Chatham County proclaiming October 4, 2025, as Fallen Firefighter Day. |
| News | Oct,02,2025 |
Chatham County Selected to Host Prestigious Fire Service Joint Leadership ConferenceThe 98th Annual Joint Leadership Conference will unite the Southeastern Association of Fire Chiefs and the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs |
| News | Sep,20,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Hosts Regional Company Officer ProgramThe Chatham County Fire Department proudly hosted the third Company Officer Program, bringing together firefighters and future leaders from across the Southeast for a week of intensive training and leadership development. |
| News | Aug,22,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Promotes Christopher Mills to Deputy Chief of Support ServicesDistrict Chief Christopher Mills accepts promotion to Deputy Chief of Support Services |
| News | Aug,23,2025 |
Connecting Chatham County Fire Department with the CommunityRobert Catanese tapped as Community Relations and Public Information Manager for Chatham County Fire |
| News | Jul,26,2025 |
Chatham County Fire's Girls Summer Camp Ignites Confidence and LeadershipEmpowering the Next Generation of Women in Fire Service Through Hands-On Training, Mentorship, and Confidence Building Experiences |
| News | Jul,17,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Host’s Four Day Aerial Apparatus Certification ProgramPersonnel from Chatham County Fire, Garden City Fire Rescue and Rincon Fire attain Aerial Apparatus Certification |
| News | Jul,01,2025 |
One Year Strong: Chatham County Fire Marks First AnniversaryChatham County Fire Department Celebrates One Year of Progress, Innovation, and Service |
| News | Jun,02,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Behavioral Health Unit Wins Statewide Excellence AwardCCFD Behavioral Health Unit propels Chatham County with a 2025 Georgia County Excellence Award |
| News | Jun,02,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Hosts Women’s Summer Fire CampEmpowering Young Women Through Fire Service Experience |
| News | May,13,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Strengthens Professional Development with the Start of its Next Recruit AcademyNew Class of Fire Recruits take their first step with Chatham County Fire |
| News | May,20,2025 |
CCFD Shaping the Next Generation of Leadership with Implementation of the Field Training Officer ProgramThe FTO Program enhances training capabilities and ensures highest standard of professional development |
| News | May,16,2025 |
Embracing Innovation: CCFD Explores the SAM Fire SystemThe SAM System is a cutting-edge digital fire pump control and water management system |
| News | May,13,2025 |
Chatham County and its Municipalities initiate Community Preparedness SurveyThe survey is designed to better understand how residents perceive risks, prepare for emergencies, and address concerns |
| News | May,02,2025 |
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month: CCFD’s Behavioral Health Unit Is Here for YouThe Chatham Fire Department's Behavioral Health Unit is here and just a call or text away |
| News | Apr,29,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Hosts Open House EventCCFD hosts open house for county leadership and community |
| Press Release | Apr,11,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Addresses Recent Volunteer Resignations and Reaffirms Service ContinuityChatham County Fire responds to recent volunteer resignations and reaffirms service continuity to the community |
| News | Apr,05,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Training Division Graduate 11 from Second Company Officer Academy ClassFirefighters from five different departments complete rigorous five-day Company Officer Academy |
| News | Apr,02,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Officer Academy Honors the Memory of Fallen South Carolina Firefighter.The CCFD Officer Academy morning PT session was dedicated to the memory of fallen SC firefighter James "J" Muller |
| News | Mar,28,2025 |
CCFD Fire Chief James Vickers Updates County Commission with Quarterly ReportOn Friday March 28, 2025, Chief Vickers provides fire department quarterly report to commissioner's |
| Press Release | Mar,28,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Hosts Second Officer AcademyFire Officers from across the Coastal Empire set to attend the Second Officer Academy |
| News | Mar,11,2025 |
CCFD Behavioral Health Unit Tackles Growing Needs and a Busy Start to 2025CCFD Behavioral Health Unit sees Increased activity to start 2025 connecting those in need with essential resources |
| News | Mar,07,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Recruit Academy Graduation Ceremony10 recruits graduate Chatham County Fire Academy become Certified Firefighters |
| Press Release | Mar,03,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Hosts 2024-02 Recruit School GraduationCCFD hosts recruit school graduation ceremony, the 11th graduation under Training Chief Joshua Anderson. |
| News | Jan,27,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Department Taking Steps to Reduce Lingering Fire Ground Cancer RisksChatham County Fire issues personnel a second set of turn out gear to mitigate cancer risks |
| News | Jan,16,2025 |
Seven Members of the Chatham County Fire Department Achieve Instructor 1 CertificationCCFD Firefighters take their first step towards achieving rank of officer with certification. |
| News | Jan,14,2025 |
2025 Marks a New Year and a New Home for the Chatham County Technical Rescue TeamAs of January 2, 2025, the Chatham County Fire Department Technical Rescue Team has ushered in the new year with a new home. |
| News | Jan,08,2025 |
Chatham County Fire 2024 Inaugural Year in ReviewA summary of Chatham County Fire operational highlights and community engagement for 2024 |
| News | Jan,08,2025 |
Chatham County Fire Hosts Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council Evaluator CourseFire personnel from across the Coastal Empire and beyond attend GFSTC training event |
| News | Dec,21,2024 |
Captain Andrew Ulmer appointed as Technical Rescue Team Coordinator for the Chatham County Fire DepartmentCaptain Andrew Ulmer appointed as the Technical Rescue Team Coordinator for the Chatham County Fire Department |
| News | Dec,17,2024 |
Chatham County Fire Division Chief Joshua Anderson Completes Master’s Degree in Organizational LeadershipChatham County Fire Division Chief Joshua Anderson Completes Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership |
| News | Oct,21,2024 |
Georgia’s Inaugural Company Officer Class graduates 12 officers and is a tremendous success for Chatham FireThe 12 graduates represented 4 different fire departments across the Coastal Empire |
| News | Oct,14,2024 |
Chatham Fire Hosts Georgia’s First Company Officer Training Program.Division Training Chief Joshua Anderson developed the curriculum for the week-long training program. |
| News | Oct,04,2024 |
Inside the numbers and Chatham County's need for the Behavioral Health Unit.Two members of the CCFD Behavioral Health Unit take part in a WSAV panel discussion on the opioid crisis. |
| News | Oct,09,2024 |
Three CCFD firefighters recognized for outstanding service in award ceremony2024 Professional Firefighter, Volunteer and Rookie of the Year awards presented to three CCFD members |
| News | Oct,01,2024 |
Chatham Fire Department response to Hurricane HeleneChatham Fire responds to 180 calls for service in a 26-hour period. |
| News | Sep,20,2024 |
Board of Commissioners appoint CCFD Medical Services Director to Region 9 EMS Advisory CouncilCCFD's Lydia McCrary appointed to Region 9 EMS Advisory Council. |
| News | Sep,18,2024 |
Chatham Fire Captain Michael Mason Completes Prestigious Managing Officer ProgramChatham County Fire Department Captain Michael Mason has successfully completed the Managing Officer Program through the National Fire Academy. This is an instructional entity within the U.S. Fire Administration. |
| News | Sep,10,2024 |
Chatham Fire to include Solar Panel Fire Suppression Training as part of their protocolChatham Fire to include Solar Panel Fire Suppression Training as part of their protocol and training awareness. |
| Events | Aug,30,2024 |
Chatham Fire honors WWII veteran in flag raising ceremony.CCFD held a flag raising ceremony for Air Force veteran Bill Wheeler. |
| Press Release | Aug,16,2024 |
Chatham County Fire Department Recruit Class Graduation CeremonyChatham Fire celebrates first Recruit Graduation class as a county department. |
| News | Aug,15,2024 |
Coordinated Emergency Response Chatham County Fire Department: Rescues, Welfare Checks, and Preparedness EffortsCCFD Chief James Vickers provides update in department's response to Ogeechee River flooding. |
| News | Aug,12,2024 |
How the Chatham County Fire Department's Behavioral Health Unit is making a difference in Chatham County.Real solutions to real problems provided by the Chatham Fire BHU. |
| Press Release | Aug,08,2024 |
Chatham Fire collaborates with Southern Regional Disaster Response System and others in providing Telemedicine to those in emergency sheltersChatham Fire collaborates with Southern Regional Disaster Response System and others in providing Telemedicine to those in emergency shelters |
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