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North Metro Fire adds Broomfield to new 911 dispatch hub – (CO)
The Broomfield Public Safety Communications Center has joined the fold of a regional 911 computer-aided dispatch hub that unifies response efforts for the North Metro Fire Rescue District and other government agencies.
She’s the invisible link between 911 callers and cops – (FL)
LARGO — On the sprawling top floor of the sheriff’s office complex, the lights are dim, the windows shuttered. It’s hard to decipher day from night.
Philadelphia 911 dispatcher robbed near police station: report – (PA)
A 25-year-old woman was walking in the 1400 block of Callowhill St., just off St. Philadelphia Police Department headquarters when a man ran up behind her and robbed her around 5:40 a.m. Thursday morning, according to police.
22-year-old dispatcher killed in crash on Haskell County highway – (OK)
A 22-year-old emergency dispatcher from Talihina died in a collision with a Mack truck Wednesday in Haskell County.
Shenandoah County flips the switch on new 911 radio system | (VA)
After years of construction, Shenandoah County has officially begun operating its new $12 million 911 radio system. At 6 a.m. Wednesday, the Shenandoah County Emergency Communications Center said goodbye to its old system and flipped the switch on the new one.
RapidSOS: Harnessing the Power of Connected Devices to Aid 911 Dispatch
By James Careless We live in a connected world — one where connected devices such as in-car monitoring services, medical wearables and smartwatches can transmit invaluable data about the users’ specific locations and physical well-being to third-party sites. At the...
This chocolate Lab puppy will comfort Maine’s emergency dispatchers – (ME)
A 5-month-old chocolate Labrador puppy will soon become Maine’s first official comfort dog. Baxter will serve Maine’s three emergency communication centers, where he will offer comfort and support for dispatchers, according to Shannon Moss, a spokesperson for the...
Dog in Norman learns new tricks at emergency dispatch center – (OK)
Most dogs like to lie around the house, chew on toys, and get lots of attention. A dog in Norman has learned some new tricks at the emergency dispatch center. Emergency dispatchers carry tons of weight on their shoulders and at the Norman Emergency Communications...
Uvalde’s new 911 dispatch center won’t cure radio ‘dead spots’ (TX)
UVALDE — Uvalde is getting an upgraded emergency communications center — and it won’t cost taxpayers a dime. But the improvements won’t cure the radio “dead spots” that hampered the police response to the May 24 shooting at Robb Elementary School. The nonprofit...
Niagara County Sheriff’s Office launches ‘Text to 9-1-1’ technology – (NY)
LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Niagara County Sheriff's Office Emergency Communications Center can now receive "Text to 9-1-1" calls from cell phones in the county.
PulsePoint To Host Contest Promoting Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month
ANNOUNCEMENT / PRESS RELEASE As a 911 organization and/or professional that is committed to sudden cardiac arrest survivability, you understand the life-saving potential of AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) and the need to increase their visibility to the...
Mineral County offers emergency notification program – (MT)
“Here’s an example of the way this works,’ explained Tifani Amberson, lead dispatcher at the Mineral County Sheriff’s Office. “Remember the big forest fires of 2017 up Sunrise Creek and the Lozeau area? That big fire and a lot of places needed to evacuate. As long as...
“Very scary”: Why 10% of 911 calls in Ulster County go unanswered – (NY)
A frightening statistic for those in desperate need of emergency services has come to light in Ulster County. One out of every ten 911 calls for emergency medical services on average goes unanswered.
911 Dispatch Delays Sending Help, Leading To Another Death – DC
The 7News I-Team has learned for the sixth time this year, D.C.’s 911 call center has delayed sending help to someone who died. Five of those incidents happened just since April. The I-Team has done multiple investigations over the past two years on the troubled...
Benton County, Mo. to unveil text to 911 program – (MO)
Benton County Emergency Services is set to unveil its text-to-911 Monday, September 19. Instead of only talking to someone on the phone, you will be able to text 911 too. This will not take away being able to call 911.
911 Communications project is moving forward | (KY)
PADUCAH, KENTUCKY (WSIL) -- The 911 Communications Project between the City of Paducah and McCracken County continues to make progress. Paducah City Manager Daron Jordan updated the 911 Communication Oversight Committee Tuesday about the request for proposals...
RapidSOS: Harnessing the Power of Connected Devices to Aid 911 Dispatch
By James Careless We live in a connected world — one where connected devices such as in-car monitoring services, medical wearables and smartwatches can transmit invaluable data about the users’ specific locations and physical well-being to third-party sites. At the...
Albany County says first year of program to divert nonviolent emergency 911 calls a success (NY)
Albany County officials are hailing a pilot program augmenting 911 services a success. Officials gathered Friday to share results gleaned from statistics analyzed pertaining to the Albany County Crisis Officials Responding and Diverting initiative, known by the...
McLean County dispatchers will offer a 911 emergency texting option | (IL)
Emergency dispatch centers in McLean County will start a new text-to-911 service next week.
Columbus to expand hours for special 911 response unit that handles mental health calls (OH)
While members of an activist group seek changes to the Columbus police response to mental health crises to limit potentially deadline outcomes, the city of Columbus announced on Monday that it is expanding a pilot 911 response unit program begun a year ago.
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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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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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