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    Fort McCoy dispatchers have continued 24/7 operations since pandemic began [Image 38 of 41]

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    Fort McCoy dispatchers have continued 24/7 operations since pandemic began

    Richard Kingsbury (left), supervisory public safety dispatcher at the Directorate of Emergency Services 911 Communications/Security Center, works with dispatcher Aaron Demarte to coordinate an emergency action Aug. 6, 2020, in the center at Fort McCoy, Wis. The center, also referred to as DES Dispatch Center at the installation, has maintained its coverage and support 24 hours a day, seven days a week since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020. Dispatchers use a variety of emergency communications and electronic equipment to complete their duties. This includes equipment that is commonly used by police, fire, ambulance, rescue, or hazardous materials units. Dispatchers can also provide emergency medical dispatching assistance to callers with medical emergencies. (U.S. Army Photo by Scott T. Sturkol, Public Affairs Office, Fort McCoy, Wis.)

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    Date Taken: 08.06.2020
    Date Posted: 08.26.2020 17:15
    Photo ID: 6329007
    VIRIN: 200806-A-OK556-591
    Resolution: 4358x2856
    Size: 2.19 MB
    Location: FORT MCCOY, WISCONSIN, US

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