Broadband  |  2025-01-08

FirstNet is Transforming Communications for First Responders in Hagerstown, Washington County

Curated by: Gert Jan Wolf - Editor-in Chief for The Critical Communications Review

AT&T* joined local first responders, public safety officials and community leaders in Hagerstown to highlight how FirstNet®, Built with AT&T – the only network built with and for America’s first responders – is helping improve and enhance public safety in Washington County.    

AT&T announced a new cell site during a special event that featured federal and county officials; local public safety personnel; business leaders; and representatives from AT&T. The Long Meadow Volunteer Fire Company, which is near the new site, is among several Washington County public safety entities that subscribe to FirstNet.

"We are proud to announce that Longmeadow Volunteer Fire Co. is now a subscriber to FirstNet, the nationwide, high-speed network built specifically for first responders and public safety organizations,” said Rob Flint, president, Long Meadow Volunteer Fire Company. “This partnership ensures that our team will have access to reliable and prioritized communication in critical moments, enabling us to deliver on our commitment to keeping our community safe and connected.”