Redwood City – San Mateo County supervisors – concerned over the pervasiveness of domestic violence – today advanced an initiative that will send survivor advocates along with police to certain 911 calls.
Once a scene is secure – and a survivor is willing – a survivor advocate from the new Domestic Violence Emergency Response Team will offer services and support. This will include help finding emergency shelter, navigating the legal system and locating swift and ongoing support and care.
The Tarrant 911 District is a vital, behind-the-scenes entity that ensures residents of Tarrant County and Irving have access to efficient and reliable emergency services.
Established in 1985, the Tarrant 911 District was created through state legislation to enhance emergency response capabilities. Its primary role is to manage the complex technology and systems behind 911 calls, ensuring they are correctly routed to the appropriate dispatch centers based on the caller’s GPS location.
Redwood City – San Mateo County officials celebrated today’s California Public Utilities Commission decision that allows residents to keep their land-line phones, a critical communications tool in emergencies.
The Prestonsburg/Floyd County Emergency Communications Center found itself in the middle of controversy following the June 18, 2023, murder of Amber Spradlin.
Learn about current efforts to continue to protect the 4.9 GHz Band for public safety as well as recent filings, key decisions impacting these efforts, and how you can support PSSA’s initiative to protect the 4.9 GHz band for public safety.
