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Oakland's 911 answer times dramatically improves, new numbers show

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, JUL 25 – Oakland Police now answers 70% of 911 calls within 15 seconds due to more dispatchers, new technology, and automation despite ongoing staffing challenges.

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New data from the Oakland Police Department shows significant improvements in 911 call answering times. Here's what to know.

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East Bay TimesEast Bay Times
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Oakland is answering 911 calls dramatically faster, despite continuing staffing struggles

The state is no longer looking to yank its funding for Oakland's 911 services.

·Walnut Creek, United States
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NBC Bay AreaNBC Bay Area
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Oakland's 911 answer times dramatically improves, new numbers show

New data from the Oakland Police Department shows significant improvements in 911 call answering times. Here's what to know.

·San Francisco, United States
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NBC Bay Area broke the news in San Francisco, United States on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
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