GOOSE CREEK, S.C. – A pre-dawn fire tore through a single-family home in Goose Creek’s Boulder Bluff neighborhood early Friday morning, leaving the residence uninhabitable and three people displaced. The blaze broke out around 3:11 a.m. on the 500 block of Mary Scott Drive, prompting a rapid response from the Goose Creek Fire Department and multiple supporting agencies.
Crews arrived to find heavy flames engulfing the home’s roof, a detached outbuilding, and several vehicles in the driveway. All occupants had safely evacuated before firefighters arrived, though one individual was evaluated on scene for a minor medical issue unrelated to the fire.
Firefighters launched an aggressive attack to contain and extinguish the blaze.
Despite their efforts, the home sustained extensive damage, including a roof collapse. The fire is believed to have originated in a bedroom, and the cause remains under investigation. Fire investigators from Goose Creek are working alongside the North Charleston Fire Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
Mutual aid was provided by Goose Creek Rural, Joint Base Charleston, and North Charleston fire departments, while Moncks Corner and Pine Ridge crews offered backfill coverage to maintain area readiness.
🚨 Red Cross Steps In to Support Displaced Resident
Disaster-trained volunteers from the American Red Cross of South Carolina are assisting the affected family by providing financial aid for food, clothing, and shelter, along with referrals to additional recovery resources.
The incident underscores the importance of emergency preparedness, especially during National Preparedness Month.
“Disasters can happen anywhere, anytime,” said Tony Reid, Regional Disaster Officer for the Red Cross of South Carolina. “Helping people during disasters is at the heart of our mission, and climate change is a serious threat we are all facing. Help keep your loved ones safe — get Red Cross Ready today.”
🧰 Preparedness Tips for Families
- Know your local hazards by contacting your emergency management office.
- Assemble a go-kit with three days of supplies, including device chargers and backup batteries.
- Understand when to shelter in place or evacuate.
- Download the free Red Cross Emergency app for alerts and shelter info in English and Spanish.
🐾 Include Pets and Children in Your Plans Preparedness should extend to pets and children. Pack leashes, carriers, food, water, and ID photos for pets. For kids, the Red Cross offers Prepare with Pedro, a program featuring activity books and videos to teach safety skills in a fun, engaging way.
🔔 Safety Reminder The Goose Creek Fire Department urges all residents to check their smoke detectors regularly to ensure they are working properly—a simple step that can save lives.
For more information on how to prepare, visit redcross.org/youthprep.
