Fire Department Transition
On July 1st, 2024 Chatham Emergency Services facilitated the transfer of fire department services and personnel to Chatham County Government. Watch the video to the right to learn more about this transition directly from our leadership and whats ahead. We look forward to continuing to serve Chatham County as the designated EMS Provider!
Chatham Emergency Services
A community owned Non-Profit organization which provides both Fire and EMS services to Chatham County since 1961. We respond to more than 74,000 Fire and EMS calls per year.
OUR Mission
To protect the health, safety, and welfare of the community with pride, professionalism, and compassion
OUR VISION
To continue to be the most competent, trusted, and valued fire and EMS provider for all Chatham County citizens and guests.
Board of Directors | Board Meetings
Chatham Emergency Services has a page dedicated to providing the public with information. Learn more via the link below to view our latest Board of Directors documents and stay in the loop with upcoming changes and approvals!
We are here when you need us
Chatham Emergency Services is a community-based not for profit Fire, EMS and Firewatch department providing emergency service to all of Chatham County.
Volunteer Fire Departments began offering services in Chatham County as far back as the 1930’s. Five volunteer agencies merged and incorporated in 1961. Today, Chatham Emergency Services is a community-based not for profit Fire, EMS, and Firewatch department. CES is committed to providing the highest level of emergency service to all of Chatham County. Fire protection from the department covers 245 square miles with over 120,000 people and emergency medical response covers 630 square miles with a population of 276,000 people. CES operates with a team of 450 personnel, both paid and volunteer, exemplifying safety and protection “for the community, by the community.”
