To serve the citizens of the County through effective planning for natural and man-made disasters. Our goal is to save lives and to protect property through coordination of an integrated emergency management system with all emergency response organizations, support services and volunteers.

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Department Functions
This department performs numerous tasks, including:
- Coordinates the development, maintenance, and testing of a comprehensive all-hazard emergency management program for Berkeley County.
- Coordinates the County’s emergency management training program.
- Operates the Emergency Operations Center in conjunction with various County partners.
- Identifies and works to mitigate hazards to the County.
- Develops and maintains plans for emergency situation responses.
- Coordinates the deployment of and requests for resources through the Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement.
- Serves as the County’s coordinating agency for hazardous materials response through partnership with the Local Emergency Planning Committee.
- Oversees development and coordination of volunteer efforts through the Community Emergency Response Team and Volunteer Council.
- Serves as the County’s liaison to area fire departments.
- Provides emergency response support to all County partners.
Latest News

FREE COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing in Goose Creek
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.– (Monday, September 14, 2020) — The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental

Berkeley County Offices Closing at 2 p.m.
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.– (August 3, 2020) — All Berkeley County Offices will close at 2

COVID-19 Testing Site in Huger Scheduled Today CANCELLED
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.– (Wednesday, May 27, 2020) – The COVID-19 testing that was scheduled to

Berkeley County Returns to OPCON 3 Monday, May 18
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.– (Monday, May 18, 2020) – Berkeley County is scheduled to return to

Berkeley County Eligible for FEMA Aid Following April Storms
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Tuesday, May 12, 2020) –At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal

Berkeley County Offices to Reopen to the Public May 20
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.– (Friday, May 8, 2020) – Berkeley County Government buildings will reopen to