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What is a COBRA Response Team?

Specialized Chemical, Ordnance, Biological, Radiological (COBRA) WMD (Weapons of Mass Destruction) Response Team

Who are the members of a COBRA Team?

Volunteers from Fire Service, HAZMAT, Emergency Medical Service, DHEC and Law Enforcement Personnel

COBRA Team's Mission?

To rapidly respond to and assist jurisdictions in addressing the consequences of a weapons-of-mass-destruction incident. Upon request COBRA assets may also used for incidents involving hazardous materials.

COBRA Response Team's Capabilities

ð      Entry into "hot" or contaminated zone for scene reconnaissance and monitoring

ð      Rescue of contaminated victims

ð      Advise Incident Commander on protective actions

ð      Technical decontamination operations for first responders and the general public

ð      Mass decontamination operations

ð      Triage and treatment of contaminated patients

ð      Coordination with the local hospitals for treatment of patients

ð      Security for the scene responders

ð      Advise on evidence handling

ð      Render safe capability for devices

ð      Communications and logistical support

Need additional information about the teams?

Click here and read a fact sheet about COBRA Response Teams.

How can I request assistance from the Charleston County COBRA Team?

24 hours a day you can contact the SC Emergency Management Division; S.C. State Warning Point at 1-803-737-8500 or Monday-Friday 0830-1430 Charleston County Hazardous Materials Office at 1-843-958-4067 or 4071.

Where are the COBRA Teams Located?