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Grants Pass Fire Department Announces New Partnership to Host Watch Duty Echo System

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The Grants Pass Fire Department is excited to announce a new partnership with Watch Duty to host a Watch Duty Echo system in this community.

This innovative technology will enhance early wildfire detection and response, giving the local fire department a crucial advantage in protecting homes and businesses while communicating this information to the Grants Pass community.

The Watch Duty Echo is a receiver that picks up first responder radio traffic, which allows Watch Duty reporters to receive real-time updates on nearby fire activity, even before official alerts are issued.

Local fire radio communications can be listened to "live" on the following website: "m.broadcastify.com/listen/ctid/2221."

With this early warning system, the Grants Pass community can take immediate action to evacuate, prepare and stay informed.
Posted on 12/13/23 6:30AM by Sam Marsh