E911 Problems Blamed In Death

from the not-a-ringing-endorsement dept

For all of E911's problems (of which there are many) having the damn system work right wasn't supposed to be an issue. However, Broadband Reports tells us of the very unfortunate story of a baby who died, apparently, after incorrect E911 information misrouted the call to the wrong dispatcher. As more systems, both mobile and VoIP, are relying on E911 systems, it's worrisome that we may start hearing more stories like this. It makes you wonder if having no location info is better than having incorrect location info.
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  • identicon
    dorpus, 30 Sep 2004 @ 1:38pm

    The VoIP Regulatory Commission

    We should have a licensing system for VoIP operators, who should pass a technical proficiency exam, to be renewed every 12 months.

    link to this | view in chronology ]

  • identicon
    Mr. 911, 4 Oct 2004 @ 7:36am

    most VoIP 911 calls...

    Most VoIP 911 calls are dumped into the admin number, so there is no location. Want the story? read the Hatfield report:

    http://www.fcc.gov/911/enhanced/

    link to this | view in chronology ]


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