Orangeburg County EMS

05/23/2026

Today, we remember William “Bill” Williams for more than thirty years of service in Emergency Medical Services following his service in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. As a paramedic and training director with Orangeburg County EMS, Bill mentored countless EMS professionals and helped shape the next generation of providers. He will be remembered for his warmth, storytelling, and dedication to his community.

The EMS Memorial Service originally scheduled for May 23 has been postponed due to inclement weather. A new date is currently being planned for the fall as we prepare to honor William “Bill” Williams and the other EMS professionals being remembered this year.

05/23/2026

As EMS Week wraps up, we would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who took the time to support and recognize our crews.

A special thank you to Dukes BBQ on Chestnut Street, Orangeburg Department of Public Safety, Orangeburg County Communications Center, LifeNet 3 Orangeburg, SC and Meducare 4 for providing meals, desserts, and support to our personnel throughout the week.

Your generosity and appreciation mean more than you know to the men and women who serve our community every day. Long hours, missed holidays, and difficult calls are all made a little easier when they are reminded that our community and public safety partners stand behind them.

We are grateful for the continued partnership and support each of you provide not only during EMS Week, but throughout the entire year.

Thank you for helping make EMS Week special for our crews.

05/21/2026

Thank you to our partners at Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office. We appreciate you all and thank you all for your continued support day in and day out!

Supporting our fellow county agencies...Sheriff Ravenell and the OCSO celebrate your week with you!

05/19/2026

This EMS Week, we proudly recognize the dedicated men and women of Orangeburg County EMS who answer the call every single day.

Whether it’s a life-threatening emergency, a comforting hand during someone’s worst moment, or long hours spent serving our community, our EMS professionals continue to show compassion, strength, and commitment without hesitation.

Thank you for your sacrifice, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to the citizens of Orangeburg County. Your work truly makes a difference. 🚑🧡💙

Happy EMS Week!

05/07/2026

Great training opportunity being hosted at our training center in September. Spots are limited!

The SC EMS OB/Neonatal Training offers free, EMS-focused education designed to strengthen patient care in critical moments.

▪️Free training in obstetrics and neonatal care
▪️2 hours of continuing education credits
▪️Open to all certification levels
▪️Multiple regions and session options available

Scan the QR code or visit https://www.eventcreate.com/e/sc-ems-ob-neonatal-training to learn more.

05/05/2026

02/02/2026

Please join us in congratulating Stephen Hughes on his promotion to Captain of B-Shift, officially beginning his duties on 1/25/26!

Stephen’s journey with Orangeburg County EMS is a great example of dedication and hard work. He started with us as a part-time Advanced EMT, went on to earn his Paramedic, was promoted to Lieutenant, and now steps into the role of Captain.

We’re proud of his growth, leadership, and commitment to serving our community. Congratulations, Captain Hughes — well deserved! 🚑👏

01/01/2026

🎆 Happy New Year from Orangeburg County EMS! 🚑✨

As we welcome 2026, we want to thank our community for your continued support and trust. Our dedicated EMTs and paramedics remain committed to serving Orangeburg County 24/7 with professionalism, compassion, and care.

Here’s to a safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year for all! 🥂
Stay safe—and remember, we’re always here when you need us.

12/25/2025

🎄🚑 Merry Christmas! 🚑🎄
While many are home celebrating with family, our crews remain on duty—ready to respond whenever needed. We are proud of the dedication and sacrifice shown by our team every day. Thank you to our community for trusting us. Stay safe and enjoy the holiday season!