FirstNet Authority

The FirstNet Authority is investing in greater coverage for public safety's network. We want to hear from first responders — where do you need coverage most? Reach out at FirstNet.gov/CEW to get involved.

Hurricane season starts tomorrow. Is your team ready? 🎙️Listen in to hear how the North Carolina State 9-1-1 stayed connected even after Hurricane Helene devastated their community. firstnet.gov/newsroom/podca…

As Western North Carolina continues to rebuild and recover after Hurricane Helene, a new FirstNet cell tower will help deliver a resilient network that residents, businesses, and first responders can rely on along Highway 74 and Broad River. Read more: firstnet.gov/newsroom/press…

Warmer weather means more tourists hiking and enjoying the open waters in the Smokie Mountains. 🛶🥾🏕️ That’s why public safety in Swain County, NC stays ready with FirstNet to cover more trails, lakes, and rivers, reaching people when it matters most.

In rural communities, EMS teams are on the frontlines of care. Check out how the first responders of Jackman-Moose River Fire & Rescue Dept, ME bridge massive geographic gaps and save lives with coverage solutions from FirstNet.🚑🚒🚁

This #EMSweek, we celebrate the extraordinary dedication and quiet sacrifices of EMS professionals, like those of Valley Regional Fire and Rescue, PA who step into chaos without hesitation, offering compassion, skill, and courage to those in need.

When a snow storm blankets roads and knocks out power, public safety can find a plowed path to communicate with the FirstNet Advanced Network Status Tool. Explore our FirstNet Operations Manual to learn more: FirstNet.Gov/FNOM

As the University of Indiana's football team's success grew, so did the responsibilities of the campus's student-led EMS team. Learn how the IC-EMS team worked with the FirstNet Authority to rise to the challenge and keep their campus safe. firstnet.gov/newsroom/blog/…

Happy #EMSWeek! We’re honored to work with our nation's EMS professionals to improve outcomes, together. Thank you for bring lifesaving care to where its needed 24/7/365!

Farmville’s Chief of Police knows firsthand how connectivity impacts officer safety and operational readiness. Learn how a small town on U.S. 460 and U.S. 15 handles both year-round traffic and national events: firstnet.gov/newsroom/blog/…

It is an honor to work with and support our nation's law enforcement community. We are grateful to the men and women who risk their lives to keep our communities safe, and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving.

The FirstNet Authority is here to help. Reach out to your advisor to find out more. FirstNet.Gov/Advisor

Hear from leaders at Camp Merrill and Fort Benning about how new FirstNet infrastructure upgrades are improving public safety for the community: firstnet.gov/newsroom/press…

In rural Utah, where red rock canyons, forests, small towns, and wide-open terrain coexist, communications for public safety can be a challenge. Northwest Fire and Rescue turned to FirstNet for a secure, robust, and dependable network. Read more: firstnet.gov/newsroom/blog/…

On International Firefighters’ Day, we honor the courage and dedication of firefighters around the world and say thank you.

Executive Director and CEO Michael Cannon visited Georgia this week to spotlight FirstNet infrastructure upgrades at Camp Merrill and Fort Benning. These new cell sites will boost first responders’ connectivity during major events and on the installations every day.

FirstNet enables the Hyannis Fire Department to quickly and reliably share information to make better decisions for the community they serve.

FirstNet is built for when it matters the most. This week’s Emergency Response Showcase gave public safety a look at new tech & deployables at a full-scale disaster response simulation. The FirstNet Authority joined stakeholders to see AT&T’s disaster response assets in action.

Route 80 connects the U.S. from New Jersey to California. Improvements in FirstNet infrastructure fixed gaps along the highway in rural Pennsylvania so that Valley Regional Fire & Rescue can keep their community safe.

From improved situational awareness in the field to new coverage that keeps critical corridors connected, Valley Regional Fire & Rescue is strengthening communication and responder safety with a new FirstNet tower in their area. 📑firstnet.gov/newsroom/blog/……