About CCEMA

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Calhoun County Emergency Management Agency (CCEMA) is to protect and serve the residents of Calhoun County by effectively planning for, responding to, recovering from, and mitigating the impacts of emergencies and disasters. We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community through proactive preparedness measures, timely and coordinated emergency response, comprehensive recovery efforts, and ongoing public education. With a focus on collaboration, innovation, and resilience, CCEMA strives to build a stronger and more resilient Calhoun County, where individuals, families, and businesses can thrive even in the face of adversity.

 Vision Statement:

“To protect the lives and property of Calhoun County residents through proactive emergency preparedness, swift response, and effective recovery efforts, in partnership with local communities and government agencies.”

Information:

Calhoun is nestled between Richland, Lexington, and Orangeburg. A rural and pastoral region of the state, Calhoun is a popular destination
for some of the Nation’s leading industries – locomotive and logistic companies primarily, each looking to take advantage of convenient access to multiple interstates and other resources. Calhoun County is an ideal place for those who appreciate quiet and friendly communities as our residents enjoy a peaceful quality of life. The big city isn’t far away, though, as Columbia and Charleston are easily within driving distance.

The Calhoun County Emergency Management Agency was formed with the purpose of establishing an organization that would effectively utilize all county facilities to combat various types of disasters, including those caused by natural events, technological incidents, or acts of terrorism. The agency serves as the coordinating body for all activities related to disaster situations within the county. It operates as the instrument through which the county council exercises its authority as mandated by the state laws during an attack on the county or any part of the state. It is important to note that the creation of this agency does not relieve any county department of their normal responsibilities or authority granted to them by general law or local resolutions. Moreover, it does not interfere with the operations of the American Red Cross or other volunteer agencies focused on providing relief in the event of natural or technological disasters. The formation of the Calhoun County Emergency Management Agency was enacted through Ordinance No. 2002-5, Article 1, Section 2, on March 24, 2003.

About CCEMA

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Calhoun County Emergency Management Agency (CCEMA) is to protect and serve the residents of Calhoun County by effectively planning for, responding to, recovering from, and mitigating the impacts of emergencies and disasters. We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community through proactive preparedness measures, timely and coordinated emergency response, comprehensive recovery efforts, and ongoing public education. With a focus on collaboration, innovation, and resilience, CCEMA strives to build a stronger and more resilient Calhoun County, where individuals, families, and businesses can thrive even in the face of adversity.

 Vision Statement:

“To protect the lives and property of Calhoun County residents through proactive emergency preparedness, swift response, and effective recovery efforts, in partnership with local communities and government agencies.”

Information:

Calhoun is nestled between Richland, Lexington, and Orangeburg. A rural and pastoral region of the state, Calhoun is a popular destination
for some of the Nation’s leading industries – locomotive and logistic companies primarily, each looking to take advantage of convenient access to multiple interstates and other resources. Calhoun County is an ideal place for those who appreciate quiet and friendly communities as our residents enjoy a peaceful quality of life. The big city isn’t far away, though, as Columbia and Charleston are easily within driving distance.

The Calhoun County Emergency Management Agency was formed with the purpose of establishing an organization that would effectively utilize all county facilities to combat various types of disasters, including those caused by natural events, technological incidents, or acts of terrorism. The agency serves as the coordinating body for all activities related to disaster situations within the county. It operates as the instrument through which the county council exercises its authority as mandated by the state laws during an attack on the county or any part of the state. It is important to note that the creation of this agency does not relieve any county department of their normal responsibilities or authority granted to them by general law or local resolutions. Moreover, it does not interfere with the operations of the American Red Cross or other volunteer agencies focused on providing relief in the event of natural or technological disasters. The formation of the Calhoun County Emergency Management Agency was enacted through Ordinance No. 2002-5, Article 1, Section 2, on March 24, 2003.