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Colleton County Council adopts proclamation honoring first responders who answered I‑95 crash
Summary
Council adopted a proclamation recognizing Colleton County Fire and Rescue, the Colleton County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina Highway Patrol, EMS and dispatchers for their response to a July 22 crash on Interstate 95.
Colleton County Council on Aug. 12 adopted a proclamation recognizing the county’s first responders for their response to a July 22 crash on Interstate 95.
The proclamation thanks Colleton County Fire and Rescue, the Colleton County Sheriff’s Office, the South Carolina Highway Patrol, EMS personnel, dispatchers and other emergency responders for their coordinated response to a critical incident on I‑95 near mile marker 40 on July 22, 2025. The text praises the "bravery, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to public safety" shown by those responders and says the proclamation should serve as a lasting tribute to their work.
Council members and attendees offered remarks thanking responders. Councilman Harrison (first name not specified in the transcript) said he had "no concerns" about the handling of the scene and personally thanked the chief and sheriff’s staff for their work. Other council members echoed appreciation and recounted the long hours responders spent at the scene.
The proclamation was adopted by voice vote and was read and placed in the meeting record. No formal ordinance or funding change accompanied the proclamation; it was adopted as a ceremonial recognition.
Ending: Council members urged continued community support for first responders and extended condolences to those affected by the July 22 incident.
