Michigan Media Coverage — AI in 911 Dispatch Operations

The implementation of artificial intelligence in Michigan’s 911 centers has drawn attention from state and regional media. Here is a roundup of key coverage.

WNEM TV5: AI to Answer Non-Emergency Calls in Saginaw County — This report covers the introduction of AI tools to handle non-emergency call volume, freeing dispatchers to focus on life-safety calls.

WNEM TV5: Experts Discuss Dangers of AI — A broader look at AI risks and the importance of responsible deployment in public-facing systems.

Bridge Michigan: Why Michigan Can’t Find 911 Dispatchers — An investigation into the staffing crisis that makes technology solutions like AI increasingly relevant.

This coverage connects to larger themes I have written about on LinkedIn, including why AI is not about replacing whole jobs and how AI is becoming infrastructure.

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Chris Izworski — Emergency Services Press Coverage

My work in emergency services and 911 dispatch technology has been featured in Michigan media. This page collects coverage and related professional writing.

Media Coverage

• WNEM TV5: AI to Answer Non-Emergency Calls in Saginaw County — coverage of how AI is being integrated into dispatch operations to handle non-emergency calls
• WNEM TV5: Experts Discuss Dangers of AI — expert perspectives on AI risks and practical considerations
• Bridge Michigan: Why Michigan Can’t Find 911 Dispatchers — investigative reporting on the systemic staffing crisis in emergency communications

Professional Writing on AI in Public Safety

• AI Supporting 911 Administrative Work
• Practical AI in Emergency Services
• Bay County and Saginaw County Emergency Services

AI Guides

• Building a Daily AI Practice
• The Jagged Frontier of AI, Explained
• AI as Infrastructure

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