Emergency Information

Dillon County Disaster Preparedness Agency
Robert Abson, Director
Phone: (843) 774-1414 FAX: (843) 774-1442
Dillon County Central Communication System
P.O. Box 1026
Dillon, S.C. 29536

Dillon County Shelters

Mandatory:

  • Dillon High School, 1730 Highway 301 North, Dillon, SC 29536
  • Latta High School, 618 North Richardson Street, Latta, SC 29565
  • Lake View High School, 401 East 3rd Avenue, Lake View, SC 29563

Reserve:

  • South Elementary School, 900 Patriot Street, Dillon, SC 29536
  • Stewart Heights Elementary School, 1001 West Calhoun Extension, Dillon, SC 29536
  • JV Martin Junior High School, 301 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dillon, SC 29536
  • Latta Middle School, 602 North Richardson Street, Latta, SC 29565
  • Lake View Elementary School, 1311 Scott Street, Lake View, SC 29563
  • Gordon Elementary School,926 Perry Avenue, Dillon, SC 29536


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Emergency Numbers
(for Dillon, Lake View, Latta and Vicinity)

9-1-1
If you are unable to reach 9-1-1, dial (843)841-3707

  • American Red Cross
    (843)774-0725
  • CSX Transportation Police Dep. (Railroad Emergencies)
    (800)232-0144
  • Department of Natural Resources (Wildlife or Boating Emergencies)
    (800)922-5431
  • Forest Fire Reporting
    (800) 777-3473
    (800) 735-2905
  • National Response Center (Toxic Chemical and Oil Spills)
    (800)424-8802
  • S.C. Highway Patrol
    (800)768-1505

Hospitals

  • Dillon McLeod Medical Center
    301 East Jackson Street
    Dillon, SC 29536
    (843)774-4111
    www.mcleodhealth.org
  • Marion County Medical Center
    (843)431-2000
  • Saint Eugene Medical Center
    (843)774-4111
  • Scotland Memorial Hospital
    (910)291-7000
  • Southeastern Regional Medical Center
    (910)671-5000

Hotels that Except Pets

  • Econo Lodge
    (843) 774 - 4181
  • Super 8 Motel (only small or handheld pets)
    (843)774-4161 www.super8.com
  • Best Value Inn
    (843)774-5111
  • Knights Inn ($8 charge per pet)
    (843)774-6041
  • South of the Border
    (843)774-2411

Helpful Links

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Keeping in Touch
In case family members are separated from one another during bad weather (a real possibility during the day when adults are at work and children are at school), have a plan for getting back together. Ask an out-of-state relative or friend to serve as the "family contact." After a disaster, it's often easier to call long distance. Make sure everyone knows the name, address, and phone number of the contact person.