New Tucson 9-1-1 call system to help wait times
A new 911 system in Tucson is hoping to help reduce wait times. READ MORE
Sen. Baldwin seeks action from Frontier Communications, FCC about reports of inability to call 911 (WI)
Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D) has sent letters to Frontier Communications and the Federal Communications Commission seeking action in the wake of reports from constituents and a 7 Investigates special report about residents across the state who are unable to call 911 due to landline outages for weeks at a time. READ MORE
The pros and cons of Text-to-911 and why some counties aren’t enrolled (PA)
Right here in Cambria County you can text 911 as opposed to calling them but officials are saying it’s more convenient to pick up the phone. READ MORE
Opinion: Clock is Ticking on Critical 911 System Upgrades in NJ
These tools can keep us closer together, but they can also help public safety officers and dispatchers save lives– if they have the technology. READ MORE
NENA and APCO Both Release Updated RFP Templates for NG911
Templates reflect Associations’ different approaches for NG911 services
The two major end-user public safety trade association have recently updated and released new versions of their “templates” for RFP draft by public safety agencies. READ MORE
