On Wednesday, Oct. 2, a team of four Isle of Palms Fire Department firefighters and an engine traveled to the Roebuck-Spartanburg area to assist with response and recovery operations after the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The team was expected to remain there through Friday.
“Our engine company, with four personnel, is being deployed through South Carolina Firefighter Mobilization to assist the South Spartanburg Fire Department,” said Fire Chief Craig Oliverius. “Our personnel jumped at the chance to help out where we were needed. We have an amazing group of servant leaders in our department.”
Chief Oliverius noted that earlier this year, the department received assistance from a FEMA Type III High Water Rescue Team from Pickens County.
“It is an honor to serve and give back when we can,” he said. “Our firefighters love to work and serve others, and this is a unique opportunity for our personnel to make a difference during this extremely difficult and challenging time for those affected by Hurricane Helene.”
Meanwhile, the Isle of Palms Police Department partnered with Operation Airdrop this past week to deliver donated items to communities isolated by the storm. The team was expected to deliver supplies on Friday, Oct. 4.