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Episode 36: Creating FirstNet A Conversation with Oregon Congressman Greg Walden
With experience as a radio operator in a rural region, Oregon Congressman Greg Walden understands the importance of communication, especially for first responders. Motivated by the challenges he has seen for public safety, he authored and helped pass the legislation that created FirstNet.
FirstNet supports during aftermath of tornadoes in Putnam County, Tennessee
The Putnam County Emergency Operations Center used FirstNet to bolster communications after tornadoes tore a 60-mile path through western and middle Tennessee.
Mammoth Lakes Fire Protection District Using Push-to-Talk on FirstNet to Enhance Coverage
The Mammoth Lakes Fire Protection District is turning to push-to-talk over LTE on FirstNet to help augment radio communications and coverage in the rural, mountainous area they protect. This move will also help the agency save money and provide more ways for first responders to partner and communicate with other agencies in the region.