The City of Camden provided WPUB/WCAM with an update on Saturday’s Fire at the DeRoyal Plant in Camden. The block in front of the DeRoyal plant remains closed to allow emergency responders and contractors to work safely and to keep the public safe. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is handling the investigation and has given clearance for necessary operations to proceed at the site. Camden Fire Department personnel will remain on scene until conditions are deemed safe for both the public and working contractors. KBI Construction, hired by DeRoyal, continues to clear debris and take down the remaining walls that pose a threat.
Under the statewide Mutual Aid Agreement, Lancaster County and Newberry Fire Departments responded to provide coverage at Camden fire stations, ensuring continued emergency response capability for the community while Camden Fire Department resources were committed to the DeRoyal incident.
The City of Camden extends its sincere gratitude to all responding agencies who assisted during this event. We could not have accomplished what we did without the strong community of agencies that we have. A special thank you goes to Camden Police Department for providing critical support throughout the incident. The City of Camden thanks the community for their continued understanding, patience, and cooperation in respecting the established perimeter and barricades around the incident area. Public compliance with these safety measures is essential for the protection of residents, emergency personnel, and contractors working at the site.