Text-to-911: Imagine the possibilities!
The FCC has recently published an update to its PSAP Text-to-911 Readiness and Certification registry. This is a list of the PSAPs (Public Safety Answering Points) with 911 systems that are ready to receive distress alerts via text message. This is an exciting advancement in 911 technology. Besides more timely and accurate responses to emergencies, a whole world of automation combinations become possible.
Automation cannot replace the comfort someone in distress might feel when making verbal contact with a skilled 911 operator. However, in the world of computers and data, voice is a very inefficient way to communicate detailed information. The following article details this author’s opinion of why Text-to-911 could have very exciting and highly beneficial ramifications. Read more »