On Monday, the County of San Luis Obispo officially opened its new Public Safety Communications Center, a state-of-the-art facility jointly operated by the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office and CAL FIRE/SLO County Fire.

According to the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Department, the center built in Templeton replaces two outdated and overcrowded dispatch facilities, enhancing emergency response coordination and collaboration across the region.

The center will serve as the central hub for 911 and emergency communications, providing enhanced management of major incidents such as wildfires, earthquakes, floods, and other emergencies.

Its design improves operational efficiency while allowing for future expansion to meet the evolving needs of the community.

“This new center represen

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