Historical Events tagged with "haleyville"
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Technology & Innovation
Launch of America's First 9-1-1 System
February 16th, 1968 57 years ago
In Haleyville, Alabama, the first 9-1-1 emergency telephone system was inaugurated, marking a significant innovation in public safety communication. The system was created to streamline emergency response by providing a single number for all emergency services. The first call was made by U.S. Congressman Tom Bevill from the city’s mayor, who called him to demonstrate the new service. This moment was a pivotal step in urgent response protocols across the United States, aiming to enhance the efficiency of emergency calls.
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