For Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski, the fire service is more than a profession: it’s a legacy. As a fourth-generation firefighter, Lipski traces his roots back to his great-grandfather, who would have relied on horse-drawn steamers and bugles to respond to and communicate in the face of emergencies. While technology has certainly evolved, the imperative to protect his community and bring his crew home safely remains.
SOURCE: AT&T Connects
DATE: February 17, 2026
“We had no failure points, and I have to credit FirstNet with that,” Lipski says. “Our system didn’t fail.”
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