FirstNet community

January 27, 2025

Helping keep public safety connected during devastating Los Angeles wildfires

The Palisades and Eaton wildfires are some of the most destructive fires in California’s history. And as public safety’s partner, the FirstNet team – in collaboration with local AT&T teams and AT&T Network Disaster Recovery – have been on the ground since day 1 to support this vital community, bringing reliable connectivity to the area.

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January 16, 2025

Enhancing Florida’s emergency response with portable FirstNet cell sites

After an active 2024 storm season saw 3 major hurricanes hit the Southeast, Florida is investing in critical connectivity for public safety by working with FirstNet®, Built with AT&T to acquire 50 mobile cell sites.

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January 16, 2025

Transforming first responder communications for City of Chula Vista

The City of Chula Vista is connecting firefighters, police and public works departments to FirstNet® – equipping Chula Vista first responders with new technological capabilities and reliable access to critical information in the field, helping them better serve their community.

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November 19, 2024

Supporting public safety as they persevere in disasters, coast to coast

FirstNet®, Built with AT&T is proud to support the dedicated men and women who confront danger to keep us safe. This has been especially true during this storm and wildfire season, as the public safety community has battled natural disasters from coast to coast.

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October 18, 2024

Supporting first responders in wake of devastating hurricanes Milton and Helene

As communities affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene continue the process of recovery, we are fully committed to supporting the response and restoration efforts. Our dedicated teams are working tirelessly to restore connectivity for those impacted by the storms.

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October 7, 2024

Navajo Nation strengthens emergency response with FirstNet

The vast and diverse landscape of Navajo Nation, spanning over 27,000 square miles with mountains, canyons and high plateaus, presents significant challenges for emergency responders who rely on constant communication.

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September 10, 2024

Public safety continues to drive FirstNet innovation

Through ongoing public safety feedback and an intentional focus on the unique requirements of emergency response, FirstNet®, Built with AT&T is continuously working to bring connectivity, functionality, and choice to public safety.

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August 12, 2024

Dispatches from the Cloud: The 9-1-1 Evolution

Whether facing the aftermath of a hurricane or a car accident or the effects of a medical emergency, we expect 9-1-1 call centers or public safety answering points (PSAPs) to answer our calls. But it takes the right technology and connectivity to help PSAPs remain on the line.

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August 6, 2024

MCPTT on FirstNet: The familiar experience you expect

FirstNet offers 2 mission-critical push-to-talk solutions that seamlessly integrate the reliability of Land Mobile Radio systems with the versatility of smartphones.

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July 23, 2024

Mitigating impact of negativity bias on first responders

Being involved in people’s worst days takes a toll on first responders. Law enforcement veteran Stephanie Kiesow writes about steps agencies can take to care for their own.

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