Fairfax, Va. - The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) today issued the following statement from Chief John Sinclair, IAFC president and chair of the board:
"The IAFC is thrilled that the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) has named AT&T as its partner to build the first nationwide public safety broadband network.
"The network will provide first responders the advanced communication and collaboration technologies they need to enhance their situational awareness on scenes thereby saving the lives of public safety professionals and the citizens they serve. It will also create innovative opportunities for EMS and the way we integrate into the healthcare system.
"Fire chiefs and public safety fought hard to establish FirstNet because we know the network is urgently needed to increase the safety and capabilities of all public safety personnel and protect the American people. The IAFC and public safety are united behind the desire to see FirstNet succeed. We will continue to fight for public safety’s access to the best available technology to keep the public safe. Congratulations to FirstNet and contract awardee AT&T."
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FirstNet annoucement.
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Jim Philipps | IAFC Assistant Director, Strategic Communications 703-537-4829 | jphilipps@iafc.org