WILDWOOD, NJ — April 14th — The dispatchers' contributions to day-to-day emergency operations were acknowledged by the City of Wildwood Fire Department.

Dispatchers handle communications and coordinate replies between units and headquarters, acting as the initial point of contact for incoming calls. They are responsible for sustaining radio communication during emergencies, allocating resources, and obtaining important information.

Telecommunicators are regarded as an essential component of the response system across the fire service, assisting EMS and firemen in both normal and high-demand scenarios.