Local first responders give insight on complex response to recent plane crashes
With two deadly plane crashes happening in one week, some people in Hampton Roads are left wondering what kind of response ...
1-on-1: Fairfax County Police Chief breaks down large emergency response, community events
Whether it's D.C., Maryland, or Virginia, 7News at noon welcomes leaders each month to discuss the events in their community.On monday, ...
No uranium-specific emergency plan exists for Navajo Nation
Navajo Nation Division of Public Safety Deputy Director Michael Henderson said the Navajo Nation has a general emergency ...
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DCs propose forming 'Special Dedicated Response Force' in all districts
A proposal has been made to form a "Special Dedicated Response Force" in each district, comprising various forces to conduct emergency activities, including mobile courts, eviction operations, relief ...
I-Team investigates how hoax 911 calls divert critical resources, risking public safety
Swatting and hoax calls are putting a significant strain on emergency services with potentially deadly consequences.
Plane crash in Philadelphia neighborhood kills 7; several homes catch fire
Six Mexican citizens aboard a medical jet and one person on the ground were killed after the plane crashed in.
6 people onboard during plane crash in Philadelphia; multiple houses on fire
Emergency crews are responding to an explosion in Northeast Philadelphia after a small medical jet crashed in the area of ...
California Wildfire Updates: Palisades, Eaton Fires Reach Full Containment
Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. PST Los Angeles County public health officials issue closures of several miles of beach near the Palisades ...
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Sarasota Police’s New Mobile Command Center improves department’s emergency communication, management
Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche says the unit will greatly improve the department’s emergency management, communication and response.
Jackson County Sheriff cuts expected to delay emergency response times
Undersheriff Christopher Simpson said the decision was made after a tax millage that would have brought more funding to the department failed ...
‘I’m so excited’: Metro Councilmember believes new MNPD shift will help reduce response times on urgent calls
MNPD chief John Drake explained the new D-shift would be staffed with 41 officers, including five sergeants and one lieutenant.
Shreveport Police setting up security measures ahead of Mardi Gras festivities
As the excitement builds for this year’s Mardi Gras celebrations, local law enforcement and emergency response agencies are working diligently to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all ...