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Rusk County Joins ETCOG 911 Addressing Program

East Texas Council of Governments • May 10, 2023

ETCOG announces the expansion of its 911 addressing program to include Rusk County. As the region's primary planning and coordinating entity for emergency 911 communications, ETCOG is responsible for ensuring advanced 911 services are available to wireless callers, planning for Next Generation 911, and managing addressing services for cities and counties in the area.

 

With the addition of this new county, ETCOG's 911 addressing program now covers nine counties and 30 cities in East Texas, providing vital information to emergency responders in the event of an emergency. This includes the exact location of callers and details about their address, which can be crucial in situations where every second counts.

 

ETCOG's commitment to ensuring that advanced 911 services are available to wireless callers is a crucial part of its mission to provide the highest level of emergency response possible. By working closely with state and local officials, ETCOG has been able to deploy these services across the region, ensuring that residents have access to the latest technology to protect their safety.

 

ETCOG is committed to providing the highest level of service to residents across the region. To request or verify a 911 address, visit www.pineywoods911.com/9-1-1-address-verification-or-request.

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Regional Exercise to Test Interoperability Communications Among First Responders in East Texas

By East Texas Council of Governments • 30 Apr, 2024
Texas first responders are gearing up for a communication training that will address communications interoperability during emergencies. Coordinated by the East Texas Council of Governments and the Texas Department of Public Safety – Texas Division of Emergency Management, this workshop marks a collaborative effort to bolster emergency communication systems and emphasize the importance of seamless communications in crisis situations. Over three days, from May 17th to May 19th, participants from various sectors will engage in radio communication tests, workshops on technological advancements, and discussion on the future of emergency communications. The exercise will kick off at the Tyler Junior College West Campus before transitioning to operational platforms for real-world testing. Interested participants are encouraged to register for the event at www.preparingtexas.org and search for “Regional Communications” in the main search bar to join the collective effort to enhance public safety communication across Texas and the East Texas region.
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ETCOG Adds Cherokee County to 911 Addressing Program

By East Texas Council of Governments • 03 Jan, 2024
The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) has extended its 9-1-1 addressing program to Cherokee County, enhancing emergency response capabilities for the region.
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