The town of Lahaina lay at ground zero of the Maui wildfires of August 2023. It suffered nearly complete destruction, and 100 people died from the fast-moving fires. In the immediate aftermath, urban search and rescue (USAR) teams flew in from the mainland to help.
APCO’s Steve Devine Talks Tech Trends in 9-1-1
Steve shared his thoughts on the biggest trends in 9-1-1 technology, including the transition from analog to digital systems with Next Generation 9-1-1. Steve also discussed the role of public safety broadband in the emergency communications center (ECC) and the issues APCO is prioritizing to support telecommunicators.
9-1-1 Exec Renee Gordon Named Vice Chair of FirstNet Authority Board
The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) announced today that Renee Gordon has been named Vice Chair of the FirstNet Authority Board, effective immediately.