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Williamston Today
By the People, for the People
Firefighters Respond to Woods Fire in Williamston
Crews from multiple departments worked to extinguish the blaze off Cherokee Road.
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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Firefighters from Williamston, West Pelzer, and Whitefield responded to a two-acre woods fire on Saturday afternoon off Cherokee Road in Williamston, South Carolina. The terrain made the fire difficult to contain, but no structures were threatened. Police officers assisted with traffic control in the area.
Why it matters
Woods fires can pose a serious threat to nearby homes and businesses, especially in dry conditions. The quick response and coordination between multiple fire departments helped prevent the blaze from spreading and causing more damage.
The details
The fire broke out on Saturday afternoon in a wooded area off Cherokee Road in Williamston. Firefighters from the Williamston Fire Department were the first to respond, but the challenging terrain made it difficult to fully contain the approximately two-acre fire. Brush trucks and additional firefighters from the West Pelzer and Whitefield fire departments were called in to assist. Williamston police officers also helped with traffic control in the surrounding area.
- The fire was reported on Saturday afternoon, February 15, 2026.
The players
Williamston Fire Department
The local fire department that responded first to the woods fire.
West Pelzer Fire Department
A neighboring fire department that provided additional resources to help extinguish the blaze.
Whitefield Fire Department
Another nearby fire department that assisted in fighting the woods fire.
Williamston Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that helped with traffic control in the area during the incident.
The takeaway
The coordinated response from multiple fire departments and law enforcement highlights the importance of preparedness and collaboration in effectively managing woods fires and other emergencies in the local community.
