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The population of the
north side of Mount Pleasant is
exploding, as the beauty and culture
of the area lure people to East Cooper
and its environs. Among the many
reasons Mount Pleasant is such a
popular landing spot for so many people – aside from its
rich history, friendly locals and
outstanding cuisine – is the genuine
care and hospitality among residents.
Growth and change are welcomed and
embraced, but is the community fully
prepared for the safety needs of an ever-
growing population?
The town of Mount Pleasant is
making sure that the answer to that
question is yes.
Keeping a close eye on the changing
needs of Mount Pleasant residents, the
town has established Station 6 to help
protect those who call the north side
home. Fire stations play a critical role
in maintaining residents’ safety and
enhancing their well-being, even in non-
emergency situations.
Mount Pleasant Fire Chief Herbert
Williams elaborated on the significance
of Station 6: “The new fire station
will ensure the same level of fire
protection and service that the rest of
the community receives,” he noted.
“It will become a vital part of the
surrounding area, with interaction of
citizens, firefighters, police officers and
involvement with Wando High School.”
Currently housed in a temporary location, Station 6 will
have a permanent address in middle to late June at 1301
Carolina Park Blvd., across the street from Wando High
School. The facility will be led by Senior Capt. Glen Bayles.
The approximately $2.4-million facility spans an
estimated 9,400 square feet and initially will open
with four firefighters per shift – with the capacity
to accommodate seven per shift when that becomes
necessary. Station 6 also will house a Mount Pleasant
Police substation, providing additional protection for the
residents of North Mount Pleasant.
This boost in the number of public safety employees
in North Mount Pleasant is bound to foster peace of
mind. Aside from interacting with these employees in an
emergency, North Mount
Pleasant residents will be
able to rely on firefighters
and police officers in non-
emergency circumstances
as well.
“The area will receive
outstanding response
to emergency and non-
emergency events,”
Williams commented. “The
citizens of Mount Pleasant,
having established open
relationships with fire safety
and law officials, will be key
in promoting safety and
building trust.”
The town of Mount
Pleasant now serves the
town with seven fire stations
— and Fire Department
personnel are not ruling out
the potential need for more
in the future, especially if
the town’s growth continues
along the path it has
followed in recent years.
“If growth continues, we will review the needs and
the demands on service from both fire and police, and,
if another station is needed, we will approach the town’s
leaders with that information,” Williams remarked.
By HeleN Harris
Photos courtesy of the town of Mount Pleasant.
Fire stations such as station 6 play a key role in
maintaining residents’ safety and well-being.
Feature
Safety First
North Mount Pleasant Has
a New Fire Station