Communications and Interoperability
The communications and interoperability resource page is designed to help firefighters keep up with the latest communications gear and best practices in mutual-aid and interoperability.
A $97K upgrade will notify only the Hattiesburg fire stations needed, cutting overnight disruptions and improving firefighter health
State and Buffalo Fire Department reports cite accountability lapses, interior ops failures, an untrained acting officer and delays in defensive ops in death of Firefighter Jason Arno
Essex chief told selectmen the all-volunteer model is no longer sustainable and outlined a plan to add limited full-time staff, expand daytime coverage and and modernize the fleet
The AP reconstructed the July 4 Texas flash flood rescue using responder audio and survivor footage, revealing a chaotic response as the disaster killed 136 people
From hazard mapping to resource deployment, AI is changing the way agencies prepare for major incidents
Los Angeles-area chiefs detail lessons from the January firestorm to guide all-hazards response
Wearing proper gear and following strong radio communication protocols can significantly impact broader performance and safety
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Nine residents at Gabriel House were killed and more than 30 were injured as crews, including 30 off-duty personnel, fought through chaos to evacuate the burning facility
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As shots rang out during the deadly Canfield Mountain ambush, a Northern Lakes battalion chief’s calm and decisive 911 calls helped guide a complex response
Time may be limited, but we can find ways to maintain the shared kitchen table time that builds a sense of family
Battalion Chief Bobby Ortiz and Division Chief Chad Crouse drive the latest Tech Talk Tuesday discussion focused on AI, drones and robotic systems
Following 30 deaths and widespread destruction, Assemblymember John Harabedian is urging the state to launch an independent audit into emergency response failures
First responders in all major markets now have access to dedicated 5G UW network capacity
Public safety leaders warn that the House-passed bill lacks critical support for upgrading outdated 911 systems, calling the omission a threat to emergency response and community safety
Months after the Eaton Fire claimed 18 lives, emerging evidence points to critical failures in decision-making and communication
The Baltimore Fire Department will use AI and geofencing to manage 911 calls during Artscape, easing pressure on citywide dispatch
Fire-rescue leaders share key aspects of preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery
How to help younger generation firefighters improve their in-person communication skills
Researchers are developing AI systems that analyze social media posts during emergencies to help responders act faster
The chain of command and issuance of orders can become complicated if all parties involved do not respect the system and its boundaries
Build strong relationships before an emergency arises
A logistics team is essential for streamlining larger, more complex operations
NIOSH investigation finds heat-damaged equipment led to lost communication during a structure fire
Ericsson has joined the ranks of vendors, reinforcing its role in delivering secure, reliable connectivity for enterprises and public safety agencies
The Stevensville Town Council approved a payment to grant writers for an AFG application that would fund 127 new radios for Ravalli County fire departments
While the FCC is traditionally associated with high-rise buildings, mid-rise buildings are often just as difficult to enter and navigate after business hours
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