I want to focus on where we’re headed: the technology shaping the future of 911, the challenges that come with it, and how our community can help keep the system strong. Because while 911 has come a long way since its beginnings in 1968, its future depends not only on technology and budgets, but also on the people it serves.
The Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate has established a new laboratory to ensure Next Generation 911 systems work seamlessly across jurisdictions and technology providers, Federal News Network reported. The initiative aims to prevent communication breakdowns as states and localities transition from analog infrastructure to modern, internet protocol-based emergency networks.
Chief Joel Hallstrom braced for a leap of faith.
Since 2019, North Park Fire Protection District depended on Mercyhealth’s Rockcom: the nonprofit’s system dispatched first responders after receiving calls from 911 centers around Winnebago County.
“There’s a bit of a disconnect when the 911 centers have to make a phone call to our dispatch when we were at Rockcom,” said Hallstrom.
A small-town Alabama police chief has stepped down amid an investigation into the alleged sexual harassment of a young female employee.
Cordova Police Chief Jason Hare, a husband and father, resigned Monday, Mayor Jeremy Pate confirmed. The resignation came just four months after Hare was hired.
LYONS, N.Y. (WROC ) — As a 911 dispatcher, Todd Speers knows how to stay calm in a crisis.
“Put yourself in the caller’s shoes,” Todd said. “Try to envision yourself there.”
On May 26 of this year, Todd didn’t have to.
During a late-night shift change, the crisis came to him.
