As we step into the New Year, let’s usher in a renewed commitment to safety with our ‘New Year, New Safety Resolutions’ initiative. Together, we can make a difference by taking small yet impactful steps towards building a safer community, because your well-being matters. Resolution 1: Creating a Safety Plan with Your Household Our first […]
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For years I have had a word of the year. I pick one that can crossover in my personal and professional life and we try to live it out in our NCT9-1-1 culture. There are many methods for choosing a word of the year and some year’s I go through a process. Other years I
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‘Tis the season for giving thanks, and it’s time to reflect on the unsung heroes who often go unnoticed in our daily lives – 9-1-1 telecommunicators. These dedicated individuals play a crucial role in our public safety system, providing a lifeline during emergencies and ensuring that help is just a phone call away. This season,
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Public safety awareness and the innovation of Next Gen 9-1-1 makes a difference for first responders and communities across North Central Texas ARLINGTON, Texas, October 25, 2023 — The North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) is on a mission to improve emergency response with a dedicated program on public safety education, highlighting advancements in
We all know that in times of emergency, the three magic numbers – 9-1-1 – are like a superhero’s hotline to save the day. But here’s the deal: it’s not just about dialing those numbers; it’s about making sure you know your location. Emergency Communications Centers (ECCs) aren’t always able to pinpoint your exact location,
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ARLINGTON, Texas, August 21, 2023 — The North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) graduated 20 9-1-1 telecommunicators from its Regional Telecommunicator Academy (RTA) Class #015 on August 4th in Arlington. This class includes recruits from 14 different agencies, including Cleburne Police Department, Dallas College Police Department, Decatur Police Department, Forney Police Department, Murphy Police
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Educators are continuously looking for new and innovative ways to teach citizens how to successfully call or text to 9-1-1. To make the process more engaging, the North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) developed a free 9-1-1 simulator app for both Android and Apple devices. The Learn 9-1-1 simulator app was designed to be
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In Texas, the Texas Department of Public Safety (TX DPS) coordinates with different agencies known as the State Network to disseminate public safety information in the form of alert codes. These agencies include the Texas Department of Transportation, the National Weather Service, Law Enforcement, the Media, the Texas Lottery Commission, the Independent Bankers Association of
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Every year, the North Central Texas Emergency Communication District (NCT9-1-1) hosts a 9-1-1 Gala to honor and commemorate 9-1-1 telecommunicators, supervisors, trainers, public educators, and Emergency Communications Centers (ECCs) within the NCT9-1-1 service area. The 9-1-1 Gala is 100% sponsored and is possible due to the gracious support from vendors. The event brings together representatives
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May 11th is known as National Technology Day. This day is celebrated each year to commemorate the importance of researchers, scientists, engineers, and other professionals related to the field of science and technology and honor their hard work in technological advancements. National Technology Day was first celebrated on May 11, 1999, and was established to
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