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Union County EMS is a professional EMS system in the upstate of South Carolina. We cover approximately 514 square miles.

04/01/2026

🚨MARCH RECAP🚨

03/24/2026

SC Forestry Commission issuing statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, effective immediately

COLUMBIA—The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, effective immediately until further notice.

The alert is being issued to strongly discourage people from burning outdoors when weather conditions present an elevated risk of wildfire. In addition to drought intensifying from a lack of significant rainfall, forecasts are calling for higher winds, low humidities and no precipitation in the foreseeable future.

A Red Flag Fire Alert does not prohibit outdoor burning, provided that all other state and local regulations are followed, but the Forestry Commission uses the alert to strongly encourage citizens to voluntarily postpone any such burning until the alert is lifted. Because current weather conditions are very conducive to fires escaping easily and spreading rapidly, anyone considering outdoor burning should take extra precautions if they still choose to burn under a Red Flag.

“The combination of dangerous conditions and dry fuels we’re going to see statewide for the next several days all add up to an elevated wildfire risk, and any fire that ignites is likely to burn intensely and spread rapidly,” said SCFC Fire Chief Darryl Jones. “With this alert, we’re asking people to respect the weather and hold off from burning outdoors until the weather improves. If you have burned recently, we encourage you to monitor the burn area to make sure the dry conditions don’t cause it to rekindle.”

Adding to the danger, particularly in the western part of the state, are the heavy fuel loads that remain in our forests from Hurricane Helene. Not only can these downed, drying trees and other fuels act as kindling, increasing the risk of wildfire ignition and spread, but they also are likely to impede firefighters’ access, adversely impacting response capability.

Although a Red Flag Fire Alert does not ban outdoor burning, it does trigger certain county or local ordinances that restrict outdoor fires, so residents should contact their local fire departments to check whether such restrictions apply in their areas. The alert will remain in effect until lifted by the Commission, whose fire managers will continuously monitor the situation.

Shareable link:https://www.scfc.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Advisory-RedFlagFireAlert-260324.pdf

03/01/2026

Lighting up for Rare Disease at Greater Union!

02/06/2026

Well deserved, Lee Brannon! Thank you for your service to our community!

02/03/2026

Our crews worked hard to make sure the trucks were able to make it to calls

02/03/2026

Headquarters in the snow ❄️

01/22/2026

A few reminders as we prepare for the incoming winter weather:
❄️Dress in layers- cover head, face, hands, and feet.
❄️NEVER use generator inside.
❄️Stay dry and out of the wind.
❄️Charge flashlights, cell phones, portable chargers ahead of time.
❄️Keep objects at least 3 feet away from all heat sources.
❄️DO NOT use gas stoves or ovens to heat your home.
❄️Limit time outdoors.
❄️Have bottled water and non-perishable foods in case of a power outage.
❄️Avoid unnecessary travel.

01/14/2026

🚨HERE IS OUR 2025 RECAP🚨

12/31/2025

Wishing all of you a healthy and happy New Year!

Please be safe if you go out tonight and be sure to designate a driver.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Union County EMS!

12/15/2025

Thank you LifeNet for stopping by today with goodies for our crews. We appreciate everything you do for us!

12/10/2025

Please join us in congratulating our Paramedic of the Year, McKenzie Bradley, EMT of the Year, Jason Garrett, and recipient of the Chief’s Award, Michael “Moochie” Brewington. Their hardwork, dedication and servant’s hearts do not go unnoticed. We appreciate them and all they do to serve their community!

Address

1262 S. Duncan Bypass
Union, SC
29379

Telephone

+18644292525

Website

http://unioncountyems.org/

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