CCEMA coordinates with a broad network of partner agencies to deliver effective emergency management services to Calhoun County. These partnerships are formalized through the Emergency Operations Plan, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and participation in the LEPC and Statewide Mutual Aid Compact.
Local Partners
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office
Primary law enforcement agency; ESF-13 coordinator for public safety and security.
Calhoun County Fire Service
Fire suppression, rescue, and hazmat response; ESF-4 and ESF-10 functions.
Calhoun County EMS
Emergency medical services; ESF-8 public health and medical coordination.
Calhoun County School District
Shelter coordination, resource support, and student reunification planning.
Calhoun County ARES
Amateur Radio Emergency Service; backup emergency communications network managed by CCEMA.
American Red Cross
Mass care and sheltering support; ESF-6 coordination for disaster survivors.
State Partners
- SC Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) — State ESF coordination, EMPG grant management, training and exercises
- SC Department of Public Health (SCDPH) — Public health, ESF-8
- SC Department of Transportation (SCDOT) — Roads, bridges, and evacuation route management; ESF-1
- SC National Guard — Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) for major incidents
- SC Law Enforcement Division (SLED) — Law enforcement mutual aid and critical infrastructure protection
Federal Partners
- FEMA Region IV — Federal disaster declarations, grant programs, and technical assistance
- National Weather Service (NWS) Columbia — Weather forecasting, warnings, and SKYWARN coordination
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Flood control, dam safety, and debris removal support
Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)
The Calhoun County LEPC brings together representatives from government, industry, emergency response agencies, health, media, and the community to plan for hazardous materials emergencies. LEPC meetings are open to the public.
To participate in the LEPC or request information, contact CCEMA.