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Safety

Safety is a top priority in Shandon, a neighborhood in Columbia, South Carolina. Residents are encouraged to look out for one another and maintain vigilance against crime. For information regarding the neighborhood watch program, please contact [email protected] [6]. 

The Shandon neighborhood is served by the Columbia Police Department's Southern Region Community Response Team (CRT), located at 2132 Devine Street, about one block up from Five Points[3]. This office may not always be staffed as officers are often out on calls or patrolling the neighborhood.

For non-emergency suspicious activity, residents are advised to call 252-2911, while 911 should be used for emergencies. The neighborhood maintains a good relationship with the City of Columbia police officers, who regularly attend neighborhood meetings.

Southeast Region Newsletter: November 2024

Key police contacts for the Shandon area include:

Captain Jeffrey Brink
Office: 803.737.5880
Cell: 803.509.1787
Email: [email protected]

Lance Corporal Justin Boyd
Community Resource Officer
Phone: 803.873.8594
Email: [email protected]

Additionally, there are Code Enforcement Officers assigned to the area:

Shawn McNicoll
Phone: 803.931.6817
Email: [email protected]

Ian O'Connor
Phone: 839.218.0541
Email: [email protected]

For those interested in learning more about home security, the neighborhood occasionally offers free DIY seminars on keeping homes secure. Information about these seminars can be found under the "Races and Festivals Around Shandon" section of the neighborhood website.

By staying vigilant and maintaining strong community ties, Shandon residents contribute to the overall safety and well-being of their neighborhood.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Fire Station 9, also known as the Shandon Firehouse at 2847 Devine Street, was opened in 1943 as a single engine company Engine 9.  In October of 1994 the station was temporarily closed and demolished.  In 1995 the construction of the newer larger station was completed.  Ladder 1 at the Senate Street Firehouse was taken out of service and upon the opening of the new Shandon Firehouse Engine and Ladder 9 began to serve the citizens once more.  The companies are staffed 365 by a four man crew on each apparatus working twenty-four hour tours.  

We're fortunate to have Captain Pete Biviano overseeing Tower 9. You can reach him at 803-733-8363 (office) or 803-240-0826 (cell). His email address is [email protected].

In any event of unexplained gas smell, smoke or large flame in or near your home, dial 911 immediately and vacate the premises.  For non-emergencies dial:  803-252-2911.

Station 9 tours and/orFire Department Museum (1800 Laurel Street) tours, and/or fire education event can be scheduled by visiting the CFD website, www.columbiarichlandfire.net under the heading Divisions.

To enhance home fire safety, the American Red Cross recommends several measures:

 

  • Install smoke alarms on every level of the home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas[7].
  • Test smoke alarms monthly and replace batteries as needed[7].
  • Develop and practice a home fire escape plan with all household members[9].
  • Keep flammable items at least three feet away from heat sources[9].
  • Stay in the kitchen while cooking, especially when frying, grilling, or broiling food[9][10].
  • Maintain a three-foot "kid-free zone" around open fires and space heaters[10].
  • Replace or repair damaged electrical cords[10].

 

By following these safety guidelines and staying vigilant, Shandon residents can contribute to maintaining a safe neighborhood environment.

Sources

[1] Shandon, Columbia SC - Neighborhood Guide - Trulia https://www.trulia.com/n/sc/columbia/shandon/202705/

[2] Old Shandon Columbia, SC 29205, Neighborhood Profile https://www.neighborhoodscout.com/sc/columbia/old-shandon

[3] Southeast Region - Devine Street - Columbia Police Department https://columbiapd.net/south-region/

[4] Home – City of Columbia Police Department https://columbiapd.net

[5] Fire Station Info - Columbia Fire Department https://colafire.net/stations/

[6] Shandon Neighborhood Crime Watch https://www.facebook.com/shandoncrimewatch/

[7] Home Fire Prevention & Safety Tips | American Red Cross https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/fire.html

[8] Fire Safety Information - Columbia Fire Department https://colafire.net/safety-tips/

[9] 7 Ways To Prepare For A Home Fire | American Red Cross https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/fire/home-fire-preparedness.html

[10] Fire Prevention - Columbia Fire Department https://colafire.net/department/fire-prevention/