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EL PASO, Texas – When we think of first responders, many of us think of police, firefighters, and paramedics. But what about those who work behind the scenes to ensure we are safe and remain calm in an emergency? Those are the 911 Dispatchers – the first responders we don’t see but rely on.

This year, the week of April 10-16 is dedicated to the emergency dispatchers. These first responders are behind the scenes and have an extremely important role – ensuring you get the proper resources you need in an emergency, whether it’s a policeman, firefighter, paramedic, or all three…