North Myrtle Beach Fire Department Earns 6th Consecutive Fire Safe SC Community Designation

The recognition reflects the department's ongoing commitment to fire prevention and community risk reduction.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:22pm

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The North Myrtle Beach Fire Department has been awarded the Fire Safe South Carolina Community Designation for the 6th consecutive year in 2025, demonstrating its consistent dedication to fire safety and prevention efforts in the local community.

Why it matters

The Fire Safe SC program is a statewide initiative that brings together fire departments and community partners to support strategic, data-driven community risk reduction programs. This designation highlights North Myrtle Beach's leadership in delivering consistent fire prevention messaging and strengthening the use of fire data to improve public and firefighter safety.

The details

The North Myrtle Beach Fire Department first achieved the Fire Safe SC designation in 2020 and has maintained that standard each year since. In 2025, a total of 241 fire departments across South Carolina earned the designation, up from only 57 departments when the program launched in 2019. The recognition reflects the department's consistent efforts through its Fire Marshal's Office, Community Risk Reduction Program, and operational staff to uphold the highest standards of fire safety.

  • The North Myrtle Beach Fire Department first achieved the Fire Safe SC designation in 2020.
  • The department has maintained the designation for 6 consecutive years through 2025.

The players

North Myrtle Beach Fire Department

The local fire department responsible for fire prevention, emergency response, and community risk reduction programs in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Billy Floyd

The Fire Chief of the North Myrtle Beach Fire Department.

Fire Safe South Carolina

A statewide initiative launched in 2019 to bring together fire service organizations and community partners to support local departments through strategic, data-driven community risk reduction programs.

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What they’re saying

“This recognition reflects the consistent dedication of our team to fire prevention and community risk reduction. We are proud to continue this work and remain committed to keeping our residents and visitors safe.”

— Billy Floyd, Fire Chief

What’s next

The North Myrtle Beach Fire Department will continue its community engagement and fire prevention efforts to maintain the Fire Safe SC designation in the coming years.

The takeaway

The North Myrtle Beach Fire Department's 6-year streak of earning the Fire Safe SC Community Designation demonstrates its leadership in implementing strategic, data-driven fire safety programs that protect both residents and visitors. This recognition highlights the department's commitment to continuous improvement and community risk reduction.