In Texas, public safety telecommunicators act as our "unseen first responders," serving our communities and helping save lives every day. In the ETCOG region, emergency telecommunicators answer nearly 211,000 calls and 4,205 texts a year. Read more at → bit.ly/3NStaOz

We've celebrated #NationalTelecommunicatorsWeek so far with "Sleepy Day, "Black and White" day, Cell Phone Sally, Paint events, and an ice cream bar!

"A dispatcher is generally the first point of contact the actual first responder and the unseen hero behind the scenes. Their job is thankless, and they deserve this week of recognition and honor." #911telecommunicatorsweek kgns.tv/2022/04/11/nat…

Our NENA board is thankful for all our #911Professionals this week and year-round. Thank you for answering the call that so many wish they didn’t have to make. We hope you are celebrated, enjoyed, and feel the appreciation we all have for you. #ThankYou911 #NPSTW2022

🚔🚒🚑 9-1-1 Is ONLY for emergencies.

The work 911 dispatchers do often means the difference between life and death. The #911SAVES Act recognizes the lifesaving work of our dispatchers. Our communities are safer because of their sacrifices and efforts. #NPSTW

We respect the work that you do, and the NENA Board is here for you and to advocate on your behalf! We hope you've been feeling the love this week after a difficult few years. #ThankYou911 #NPSTW2022

We LOVE our calltakers & dispatchers! They are the golden glue that holds everything together when things seem to be falling apart. Thank you for all you do! Happy Telecommunicator Week! #911saveslives #thankyou #heroes

Recognizing our unsung heroes. ❤️❤️❤️ #911telecommunicators americanpress.com/2022/04/14/she…

This toolkit from nhtsagov provides Emergency Communications Centers with guidance to help achieve reclassification for 911 dispatchers. A great resource this National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! 📞 #NPSTW 911.gov/project_teleco…

“It’s a job with lots of stress, communication, and responsibility, but one where on most days, Krueger feels like she is making a difference.” channel3000.com/i/national-pub…

Store any products containing button batteries up high out of sight and reach of young children. #preventpoison

Excellent advice Kaitlin!

9-1-1 is ONLY for life-threatening emergencies—police, fire, medical. Answer all questions and follow instructions. Every second counts! #911saveslives #know911 #911education

Taking care of your body is an important part of self-care during an emergency. One way to do that is to try to eat healthier foods like those that have low sodium. Here are some tips to help you create a nutritious emergency food supply: ow.ly/89QM50ItLLS #PrepYourHealth

"Dispatchers do the exact same work, they do the same hours and they don't always get the attention they deserve. They want to help people. We want to make sure they are recognized for that," said Duran. kgun9.com/news/local-new…

We support the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, here's why: ✅Disposing of unused/expired medications reduces the risk of poisoning or misuse. ✅ It protects our environment. ✅It's free to participate, safe & no questions asked, just drop off your meds.

9-1-1 is ONLY for life-threatening emergencies—police, fire, medical. Answer all questions and follow instructions. Every second counts! #911saveslives #know911 #911education

A Boulder County 911 dispatcher has been given an award for saving a life after helping the parents of a newborn baby perform CPR over the phone. kdvr.com/news/local/cpr…

Heatstroke is the most serious form of heat injury and is considered a medical emergency. If you suspect that someone is having a heat stroke remember to call 9-1-1 immediately. #911saveslives #savealife #heatstroke