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They answer the call 24/7, even during a hiring squeeze
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — “911 — what is the address of your emergency?” a Deschutes County dispatcher asked Friday — a famous line we recognize and rely on, 24/7. The trustworthy ring and assurance that help will soon be on the way.
On the surface, 911 dispatchers are a calm voice in the dark for many — but they serve our community in great, unseen ways.
The 911 call-takers function as the first first responders. They answer calls all day — many of which save lives.
Deschutes County 911 gets 1,000-1,200 calls per day. If there are eight employees, that means they could answer 150 calls a day — each…
