FirstNet Showcases Disaster Response Network

WASHINGTON, April 23, 2026 – FirstNet is evolving to respond to increasingly frequent and severe natural disasters.

The nationwide public safety network delivered over 2,500 deployable solutions last year at no cost to police, fire, EMS, and other emergency personnel. The network is built and operated by AT&T and overseen by the FirstNet Authority.

At a showcase in Washington, officials said FirstNet’s arsenal includes roughly 1,000 different types of technologies. From specialized boats and response vehicles to mobile command centers and central offices, the showcase featured a mix of aerial, ground, and maritime technologies designed for disaster recovery.

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