The FirstNet Network Expands Across Tennessee to Advance Public Safety Communications Capabilities

Tennessee first responders are getting a major boost in their wireless communications thanks to the FirstNet(link is external) network expansion currently underway by AT&T(link is external). As part of the FirstNet network expansion, we’ve added new, purpose-built cell site(link is external)s and other network enhancements across the state. It’s giving first responders on FirstNet – America’s public safety network – access to always-on, 24-hours-a-day priority and preemption across voice and data.

• New FirstNet cell sites: Areas currently benefitting from new, purpose-built sites include Altamont, Bloomington Springs, Byrdstown, Clairfield, Crossville, Gainsboro, Graysville, Jamestown, Lafayette, McMinnville, Monterey, Readyville, Red Boiling Springs, Reliance and Sneedville.
• Public safety-specific network enhancements: We’ve also added nationwide, high-quality Band 14 spectrum on 900+ existing sites across Tennessee to give first responders dedicated connectivity when needed. Areas currently benefitting include Ashland City, Chattanooga, Columbia, Dickson, Gallatin, Knoxville, Lenoir City, Maryville, Memphis, Nashville, Rogersville, Sevierville and Watertown.

“Tennessee’s first responders deserve reliable coverage across the state to help them effectively and efficiently address incidents. And with FirstNet, that’s exactly what they’re getting. We have a responsibility(link is external) unlike any other network provider, and couldn’t be more pleased to support the public safety mission by bringing Tennessee’s first responders – and residents – greater access to the connectivity they need.” – Joelle Phillips, President, AT&T Tennessee.