Bio Billy Dillon

Billy was born and raised in Florence County. He is a graduate of Hannah-Pamplico High School and has an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science, a Bachelor's in Fire Administration, and a graduate of the U.S Fire Administration’s Executive Fire Officer Program.  He married his wife Jennifer in 1995 and they have two sons, Matthew and Luke.   

Billy started his fire service career in 1993 when he joined the Hannah-Salem-Friendfeild Fire Department.  He went to work with the City of Florence Fire Department in 1999 and transitioned to Florence County EMS in 2004 to obtain his Paramedic Certification. He has been serving as Fire Chief for Howe Springs Fire Rescue since 2013. Billy has served on the Pee Dee IMT, the SC State Association of Fire Chiefs Peer Support Team, Past President of the Pee Dee Firefighter’s Association, Past President of the Florence County Fire Chief’s Association, Past Chair of the Fire Academy Advisory Committee, Past Chair of the State Training and Education Committee, and Past Member of the State’s Executive Committee and currently serves as the assistant Region 4 Firefighter Immobilization Coordinator.  Billy has received several awards, but his proudest acknowledgment is receiving the SCSFA’s Jeffrey V. Chavis Medal of Valor.