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Maui dispatchers honored for August fire response amid push for more workers, benefits

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Maui's emergency dispatchers received a national award at the 2024 annual 911 Honor Awards in Washington D.C. this week. They fielded more than 4,500 emergency calls, compared to about the 360 they typically handle on any given day. The current 10 are tasked with answering calls for the police and fire departments as well as medics. The group is still coping with their own trauma from the tragedy.

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Maui dispatchers honored for August fire response amid push for more workers, benefits

By A’ali’i Dukelow Click here for updates on this story WAILUKU, Hawaii (KITV) — After demonstrating their dedication to serving those in need during the August 2023 wildfires, Maui’s emergency dispatchers received a national award at the 2024 annual 911 Honor Awards in Washington D.C. this week. While they are grateful for the title of “Outstanding Call Center” and remain committed to their passion of helping others, they are also short-s…

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