Astoria, OR – According to the state officials, our State has 43 standalone 911 centers known as Public Safety Answering Points that serve as the first and single point of contact for people seeking immediate relief during an emergency.
Nearly 800 dedicated telecommunicators across the state answer at least 2 million emergency calls annually for law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services.
These 911 professionals respond to emergency calls, dispatch emergency professionals and equipment, and render life-saving assistance during intense personal crises and community-wide disasters.
