by AllThingsECC.com | Jul 16, 2026 | Comm Center News
Rules expected to enhance reliability of networks supporting NG911, as well as seeking comments on proposed testing of interstate interoperability.
In the wake of multi-state 911 service outages, FCC commissioners recently voted unanimously to approve rules that are designed to enhance the reliability of networks supporting IP-based next-generation 911 (NG911) technology, as well as seeking comments on proposals to mandate interstate interoperability.
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by AllThingsECC.com | Jul 16, 2026 | Comm Center News
“For several hours during the height of the storm, the Monmouth County Communication Center was unable to answer incoming 911 calls as quickly as they were being received,” O’Halloran said. “Wall Township Police Communications assumed overflow call taker responsibilities to assist the county. On multiple occasions, unanswered 911 callers were automatically transferred between Burlington County and Wall Township, before ultimately reaching a dispatcher at Monmouth County.”
by AllThingsECC.com | Jul 15, 2026 | Comm Center News
Local government sits at the operational center of emergency and crisis response systems. Counties in 48 states and the District of Columbia operate, fund and manage thousands of the nation’s public safety answering points (PSAPs), or 911 call centers. PSAPs handle more than 240 million 911 calls annually, including an estimated 24 million behavioral health-related calls.
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by AllThingsECC.com | Jul 14, 2026 | Comm Center News
People calling 911 during an emergency in parts of San Diego County can expect to wait.
by AllThingsECC.com | Jul 12, 2026 | Comm Center News
State-Funded Programs Support Emergency Communication Systems Across the State by Strengthening Emergency Response Capabilities
Funding to Support New Projects, Equipment Installation and Enhanced Communications Channels at Local Levels
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by AllThingsECC.com | Jul 10, 2026 | Comm Center News
Cumberland County and the City of Fayetteville approved a joint resolution on Wednesday, July 8. This decision establishes a framework for a unified Public Safety Answering Point, combining emergency communications into one center through a Joint Governance Board with representatives from both governments.
An Operations Committee made up of public safety professionals and end users will offer recommendations. These suggestions guide day-to-day emergency communications, and the Joint Governance Board provides policy oversight with accountability measures.
