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When major events cause network congestion, public safety support entities like schools and utilities can temporarily be elevated on
@FirstNet
using the Uplift Request Tool. Explore how this priority and preemption can support safer response:
On this last day of
#NFLPreseason
, we're already dreaming about the Big Game! Tune into our podcast to learn about the FirstNet Authority’s pre-planning for successful comms at last year's championship:
Thanks for tuning in to the FirstNet Authority Board meeting!
Be sure to follow us (
@FirstNetGov
) for the latest updates and visit to see how we’re advancing
#PublicSafety
communications.
Seattle Fire Department Asst. Chief Chris Lombard, Chair of the
@FirstNetGov
Public Safety Advisory Committee, highlights PSAC activities from the last quarter. Updates include attending
#5x5Chicago
and continuing activities of the Tribal Advisory Group.
PASSED: Board Resolution 119, approving plans to invest in expanding and enhancing coverage where first responders need it, including in tribal, territorial, and rural areas.
Our Emergency Management Resource Guide helps public safety agencies plan for successful comms during emergencies, events, and everyday operations. Get your copy here:
Don’t miss it! Join us THIS WEDNESDAY at 9:30 a.m. MT (11:30 a.m. ET) for our August board meeting and hear the latest news and updates from
@FirstNetGov
.
Details:
His remarkable leadership, dedication to his community, and contributions to advancing public safety communications make Assistant Fire Chief Chris Lombard a worthy recipient of the Harlin McEwen Award.
Sheriff Kirkpatrick of the Kleberg County Sheriff’s Office shares his agency's journey from traditional radio systems to the advanced functionalities of FirstNet's Push-to-Talk feature in this episode of the Public Safety First podcast:
The
@FirstNetGov
Patriot Award honors trailblazers in public safety for their innovative use of broadband technologies to protect their communities.
Meet the five distinguished recipients of this year’s award.
Grateful for another tour hosted by
@FirstNetGov
&
@NIST
! We saw demos on Compact Rapid Deployables, UI/UX, Location-Based Services, and Mission Critical Voice. One highlight was the VR gas leak detection training, which was interactive and informative!
#sciencematters
#VR