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Verizon to roll out 9-1-1 texting beginning next year

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 09, 2012

Verizon says it will offer "text to 9-1-1" capability that allows people to text emergency information to dispatchers. The Federal Communications Commission supports 9-1-1 texting, which Verizon said it would first offer in metropolitan areas. Network World (05/07)


Los Angeles struggles with nonemergency 9-1-1 calls

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 16, 2012

Helmet cam raises privacy concerns among fire officials

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 02, 2012

Many people don't receive reverse 9-1-1 alerts, county officials say

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 09, 2012

Report: NYC's 9-1-1 system isn't ready for a major crisis

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 09, 2012

Salt Lake City mayor seeks joint fire, police call center

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 23, 2012

Automated program reduces 9-1-1 response time in Roanoke, Va.

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 02, 2012

Cellphones play role in Tenn. county's 9-1-1 funding deficit

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 02, 2012

E9-1-1 hosted solutions ensure that calls get routed correctly

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 23, 2012

Fla. community college adds emergency-dispatch program

Public Safety SmartBrief | May 16, 2012


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Public Safety SmartBrief | May 09, 2012

Attend the Future Proofing for Public Safety Symposium
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