KNOXVILLE FIRE AND RESCUE UPGRADING COMMUNICATIONS TO STAY CONNECTED (IA)

Knoxville Fire and Rescue has announced the acquisition of FirstNet phones and digital service for the department. FirstNet is a nationwide public safety broadband network, designed to support hospitals and other emergency care teams. Their mission is to deploy, operate, maintain, and improve the first high-speed, nationwide wireless broadband network dedicated to public safety. Chief Cal Wyman tells KNIA/KRLS News the department made the switch to make sure the important communication needed by the department in times of need is always available. He says the service the department was using had gaps and additional problems at times when it is needed … READ MORE