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RapidDeploy’s New Native Mobile Applications Ring in New Era for First Responders
In every part of our lives, we have access to real-time data at our fingertips, but once we put on our uniforms it seems like we go back in time and fly blind, depending on audio from a PSAP far removed from the action. RapidDeploy’s mission is to reduce emergency response times and increase responder safety by improving situational awareness.
Chesterfield administrators now are using mobile app to alert first-responders to school emergencies (VA)
School administrators in Chesterfield County have begun using an app that summons emergency officials with the push of a button. The Rave Panic Button smartphone application, which went live on the day county students returned from their winter holiday break, allows...
Public Safety Advocate: Radio Interference and the Network Below Other Networks
This week’s Advocate is a little late due to an out-of-office work commitment. Meanwhile, many activities that will impact public-safety communications in 2020 continue. One issue we…
I-Team: Three people paid to take your 911 calls taken off job due to criminal records (OH)
CUYAHOGA COUNTY, Ohio (WJW )- The FOX 8 I-Team has found some people paid to take your 911 calls have been taken off the job due to their criminal records, and no one noticed they had been working around police computers. Three call-takers from the Cuyahoga County...
“Integrity. Service. Purrr-ide” ISP introduces therapy cats (IL)
ILLINOIS (KFVS) - Illinois State Police introduced the Feline Division on social media Tuesday, Jan. 14. DUIE (pronounced Dewey) and his sister DISPO came to Springfield Communications Center at just seven weeks old. The furry companions have become therapy cats,...
MUSCOM implements new dispatch system, starts hands-on training (IA)
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - The City of Muscatine is announcing a new medical protocol system has now been implemented by the Muscatine County Joint Communications Center, which will enable dispatchers to accurately assess each emergency situation and send the best...
America’s Global Leadership in Advancing Next-Generation Tools for First Responders
In 2012, the U.S. Congress adopted legislation that created an unprecedented model for a public-private partnership to build FirstNet, a nationwide public safety broadband network. Today, FirstNet is a national success story, with more than one million connections...
AT&T to provide Nellis Air Force Base with 5G/FirstNet services (NV)
AT&T has announced it has been selected by Nellis Air Force Base to provide AT&T 5G services to the base in Southern Nevada, the company said. AT&T will equip Nellis with 5G infrastructure to support wireless data and voice services connecting the base´s...
Verizon Expands 4G LTE Small Cell Navy Base Footprint (CA)
Verizon recently installed an array of small cells at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego. The deployment marks the operator’s third 4G LTE small cell installation at Navy bases in the region last year, and lays the foundation for an eventual 5G deployment. [...] The...
Explore why Satellite Broadband Communication in Public Safety Market Is Thriving Worldwide with Key Players likeAT&T, EchoStar, Globalstar, Gilat Satellite, Hughes Network, Singtel, Telstra, VT iDirect
Satellite Broadband Communication in Public Safety Market research report explores the current outlook in global and key regions from the perspective of players, countries, product types and end industries. This report analyzes top players in the global market and...
DILG exec lauds Legazpi City’s 911 command center (Phillipines)
LEGAZPI CITY -- Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Undersecretary for Operation Epimaco Densing III on Friday lauded the set-up of all closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras and other response equipment of the Legazpi City 911 Command...
AT&T Completes 1,000 Network Upgrades in Miami Market
AT&T is ringing in the new year with the completion of more than 2,500 upgrades to its Florida wireless network in 2019 – including nearly 1,000 in Monroe, Miami-Dade and Broward counties. The upgrades in Monroe, Miami-Dade and Broward counties include: More than...
Ambulance District board approves purchase of new unit (MO)
Members of the Barry-Lawrence County Ambulance District board have approved the purchase of a 2020 Braun ambulance, with an expected arrival in 180 days. The new unit, which cost $195,093, has been ordered from Pinnacle Emergency Vehicles, which also won the bid for...
Contract versus hometown policing (MI)
Fenton — Most municipalities in Genesee County have their own police department. Fenton Township is the only community locally that contracts with the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, and there are benefits and disadvantages to both. The Genesee County Sheriff’s...
Major upgrades coming to Marathon County dispatch center (WI)
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) -- The Marathon County 911 dispatch center is adding four new positions to increase their total number of dispatchers to twelve. A number of other technical upgrades include the transition to 911 Next Generation and the addition of a radio console...
Emergency Services Market Outlook: Poised For a Strong 2020
HTF MI added a new research study in its database with title 'Global Emergency Services Market Insights by Application, Product Type, Competitive Landscape & Regional Forecast 2025' that includes detailed analysis, Competitive landscape, forecast and strategies....
Fixed LTE Market Size, Share, Trends, Future Scope, Latest Opportunities, Challenges by Top Key Players Forecast to 2019-2024
The “Fixed LTE Market” report includes a comprehensive analysis of the current market status, major key players, latest challenges and opportunities in the market. Fixed LTE market report delivering key insights and providing a competitive benefit to clients through a...
Verizon Playoff, Super Bowl Ads Will Show How 5G Helps First Responders
Verizon’s 5G Infrared camera helps firefighters. Verizon will advertise in the Super Bowl, the wireless company said today -- and not surprisingly, given the special nature of commercials within that telecast, its ads will dwell on how 5G will become an important tool...
DHS S&T Awards $750K to Maryland Company for Cybersecurity of Emergency Communicators (MD)
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) awarded $750,000 to SecuLore Solutions, an Odenton, Md.-based cybersecurity company, to improve and increase the resiliency of the nation’s emergency communications...
Raleigh 911 Operators to Receive Training at Public Safety Education Campus (NC)
RALEIGH, N.C. (January 16, 2019) - 911 operators who work for the City of Raleigh are now receiving training at Wake Tech's Public Safety Education Campus. The 480-hour training program will be taught in two 12-week courses from January until April. The...
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PSBTA Releases Survey on First Responder Support for FirstNet Reauthorization
New Survey: First Responders Overwhelmingly Support Reauthorization of FirstNet
A new bipartisan national survey commissioned by the Public Safety Broadband Technology Association finds near- unanimous support among first responders for reauthorizing the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority)– the agency overseeing America’s dedicated public safety broadband network.
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FirstNet and the 4.9 GHz Spectrum
This episode dives into the critical evolution of public safety communications, focusing on the recent FCC decision to establish a nationwide Band Manager framework for the 4.9 GHz spectrum, and discuss the evolution and deployment of the FirstNet System. Host Chris Tubbs interviews Chief Jeff Johnson, a leader in public safety technology and the development of FirstNet. Together, they explore the history, governance, and transformative potential of FirstNet and the 4.9 GHz spectrum in enhancing public safety operations with emerging technologies like AI, 5G, and augmented reality. The discussion emphasizes the importance of protecting and optimizing public safety spectrum, the lessons learned from past advocacy efforts, and a call to action for public safety leaders to remain engaged in ensuring the spectrum’s effective use and governance.
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Accessing Federal Resources When an Emergency or Major Disaster Strikes
In light of the major disasters that our nation has recently experienced, PS Grants is offering this FREE webinar to review Disaster Assistance Programs and how to access them. Learn what federal funds and resources are available through Disaster Assistance, understand the process of requesting assistance, know what to expect before, during, and after, and find out who to contact for help.
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