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Mansfield, OH uses drones to improve emergency response
Mansfield, Ohio, is set to enhance its emergency response capabilities by incorporating new drone technology, which will provide real-time aerial data during emergencies. The drones will assist first responders by offering aerial views of incidents, improving situational awareness and decision-making. This initiative aims to ensure quicker and more efficient responses to various emergencies, ultimately enhancing public safety in the community.
Mansfield, OH
United States
New York, NY deploys drones to assist with emergency management and damage assessment
In response to severe storms and flooding in New York City, Mayor Eric Adams is deploying drones to assist with emergency management and damage assessment. The drones are intended to provide real-time aerial views to help coordinate response efforts and identify areas in need of immediate attention. This initiative aims to enhance the city's ability to manage and mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events.
New York, NY
United States
Suffolk, VA to launch Marcus Alert System
The City of Suffolk is preparing to implement the Marcus Alert system, aimed at improving responses to mental health crises. This initiative follows state legislation mandating new protocols for such emergencies. The city aims to enhance coordination between law enforcement and mental health professionals to better serve individuals in crisis situations.
Suffolk, VA
United States
Seattle, WA aims to hasten demolition of derelict buildings
The Seattle City Council has unanimously passed emergency legislation enabling the Seattle Fire Department to order the demolition or remediation of unsafe vacant buildings posing public safety risks. This move follows a significant increase in fires at derelict buildings, which have become hazardous and have led to several fatalities. The law mandates that property owners cover the costs of making these sites safe, with the city authorized to conduct necessary abatement work and place liens.
Seattle, WA
United States
New York, NY using digital twin technology to improve emergency response times
The NYC Fire Department is experimenting with digital twin technology in order to speed up emergency responses in traffic-congested areas. The yearlong project will create a digital twin of an FDNY district in West Harlem, and will allow researchers to assess why emergency response delays happen and simulate potential solutions before taking them onto actual streets. Ultimately the project hopes to provide real-time routing guidance to FDNY vehicles responding to medical emergencies.
New York, NY
United States
Pitkin County, CO adopts Hexagon's HxGN Connect solution for improved emergency responses
County officials selected HxGN Connect in support of better services to mountain towns. The cloud-based platform automatically maps all incidents reported to local dispatchers and enables rapid cross-department coordination. An AI-powered Smart Advisor feature turns dispatch calls into analytics about linked incidents, personnel needs, and recommended responses. This system may be connected in the future to existing tools like wildfire detectors and public works vehicles.
Pitkin County, CO
United States
Denver, CO adopts SPIDR Tech platform for public communications following emergency calls
The Denver Police Department sought a more efficient process for follow-up communications with 911 callers and victims. SPIDR Tech texts those who report incidents 30 minutes after their calls for updates on investigations. The automated system sends report numbers, badge numbers, and other details to victims for easier retrieval of case information. This technology complements an ongoing pilot whereby 911 callers can stream live video from their phones to dispatchers.
Denver, CO
United States
Bridgeport, CT partners with Cadenza Innovation on BESS pilot for Fire Department building
The pilot involves a battery energy storage system (BESS) built with Cadenza's superCell solution. On-site storage allows the Fire Department to continue operations during grid outages. This system also supports the efficient use of electricity, thus decreasing utility costs for the city. Real-time data sent from the BESS to the Cadenza Cloud support analyses of system performance. Local officials will use pilot results to identify further opportunities for BESS use.
Bridgeport, CT
United States
West Allis, WI Mobile Integrated Health Program improves community response to opioid crisis
The West Allis Fire Department's MIH team uses ImageTrend software to identify local trends in substance use disorders. Dedicated paramedics respond to provider referrals related to substance use disorders within 24 hours of notification. These responses include conversations with patients' families, harm-reduction kit deliveries, and transportation to non-ER healthcare providers. MIH also works with Milwaukee County on incident responses in neighboring communities.
West Allis, WI
United States
Clark County, NV builds local EMT and paramedic talent pool with academy pilot program
County officials allocated $2.4 million in federal funding for a 15-month training academy. A month-long, entry-level track provides first-hand exposure to the profession for career-changing professionals. A four-week advanced track and one-year paramedic track offer additional training for existing EMTs or those who complete the first track. Participants receive $800 stipends every other week. The county's Office of Community and Economic Development anticipates 150 pilot participants.
Clark County, NV
United States
Austin, TX anticipates wildfire threats in its utility's service area with Pano AI technology
City-owned Austin Energy worked with the Austin Fire Department and neighboring counties to identify optimal camera locations. The Pano AI platform gathers and analyzes real-time video footage for early signs of wildfires in the region. Alerts are sent to the nearest fire station once wildfires are confirmed by fire experts. The system further expedites emergency responses by providing responding teams with exact wildfire locations.
Austin, TX
United States
Seattle, WA Health 99 pilot provides follow-up services in fentanyl overdose cases
The Seattle Fire Department responds to an average of 15 overdose calls daily, with most calls involving fentanyl. A Health 99 unit comprised of a firefighter and a city caseworker works with overdose patients after emergency interventions are completed. This team identifies patient needs like substance use treatment, housing, and healthcare for referral to partner organizations. Health 99 focuses on overdose hotspots like Capitol Hill and Pioneer Square.
Seattle, WA
United States