BUTLER COUNTY, Kan. — Emergency crews had little time to rest Thursday as they responded to a surge of 911 calls amid heightened fire danger. KSN was granted behind-the-scenes access to the Butler County Dispatch Center to observe how dispatchers coordinate emergency responses on critical days like Friday.
When fire risks are high, every second counts and seamless communication is key. Dispatchers, firefighters, and emergency personnel must work in perfect sync to ensure rapid response and containment efforts.
At the Butler County Emergency Communications Center, each call is handled with urgency and precision. Communications officer Hayden Vittitow explained the vital role dispatchers play…