If you're a #Veteran in crisis or are concerned about one, reach out to the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 and press '1'. Responders can connect #Veteran s and their families and friends with helpful resources. bit.ly/32jG1mK

Today, April 30th, is Smart911 Day! A day dedicated to encouraging communities and residents to participate in the Smart911 program. Smart911 gives first responders the information needed to arrive on scene prepared with the right resources. Create a profile today!

Last week, our Heroes in Headsets received 19,514 911 calls for service for police, fire, and EMS, and handled over 50 text-to-911 sessions.

#WeAnswerTheCall

Today, OUC hosted its latest Prospect Day, welcoming over 250 911 call taker applicants to take their CritiCall pre-employment exam and participate in panel interviews; completing the preliminarily steps to become a first, first responder.

You may experience issues when dialing 311. 911 is working. 

To request city services, please
💻Visit the Online Portal at 311.dc.gov
📱Download the DC 311 Mobile App
🤳Tweet us at @311DCGov

Tomorrow, 11AM

Budget Oversight Hearing
- Office of Unified Communications Office of Unified Communications
- Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants DC OVSJG

dccouncil.gov/event/budget-o…

See something suspicious? Keep your community safe by reporting it through one of these channels:

☎️ Call 202-727-9099, text 50411, or visit iwatchdc.org

🚨 Report threats and emergencies to 911

For examples of suspicious activity, visit bit.ly/3ssZilW.

Last week, our Heroes in Headsets received 18,600 911 calls for service for police, fire, and EMS, and handled over 50 text-to-911 sessions.

#WeAnswerTheCall

In celebration of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, Director McGaffin was joined by DC Police Department Chief Pamela Smith who visited this afternoon to thank the men and women of the OUC for the work they do to keep the District and its first responders safe.
#NPSTW2024

Happy to host members of the @dcpolicedept Cadet Corps High School Program for an Operations tour and observation. Cadets spoke with call takers and dispatchers about their public safety careers, how they manage the stress of the job, and their role in the public safety chain.

DC Emancipation Day reminds us that enslaved people in DC were the first to be freed in the US.

It also reminds us that we're not fully free or autonomous until we become the 51st state.

Today, let's celebrate our culture, celebrate our history, and remember that the fight

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is a time to show appreciation for telecommunications professionals across the nation. To the men and women of the OUC - thank you for your service, dedication, selflessness, and for being a voice of calm in emergencies. #NPSTW2024

Let's show our appreciation for the hardworking public safety telecommunicators who diligently serve to keep our communities safe. Your commitment and service are truly valued. Happy National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! 👏 #NPSTW2024

Last week, our Heroes in Headsets received 19,791 911 calls for service for police, fire, and EMS, and handled over 90 text-to-911 sessions.

#WeAnswerTheCall

People call, text, and chat the #988Lifeline for various emotional needs - not just during a crisis. Whatever your reason, the #988Lifeline is here to help. There is hope. Connect with us. Call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org/chat.

MPD is closely monitoring events in the Middle East. Currently, there are no credible threats in DC. MPD will pay special attention to religious institutions and houses of worship and will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to maintain safety and security in DC.

Director McGaffin served as a panelist during the Leading Change in the PSAP session of Carbyne's The Pulse of 9-1-1 conference. Director McGaffin shared the challenges and successes she's encountered in driving transformation within the 911 industry throughout her career.

Heads up, DC! The NWS reports hazardous weather for the region tonight. Thunderstorms may become severe & produce damaging winds.

– Secure loose objects, like outdoor furniture & trash cans, that may blow away
– Bring pets inside

Follow AlertDC & NWS Baltimore-Washington for updates.