Island Alert – Ep. 8 | Inside Kauaʻi’s Dispatch Center with Ashley

In this episode of Island Alert, host Max takes you inside the heart of emergency response on Kauaʻi — the dispatch center. Our guest, dispatcher Ashley [Last Name], shares what it’s like to be the first point of contact when seconds matter.

We talk about the challenges and rewards of coordinating emergency services, the skills and training required to handle high-pressure calls, and the vital role dispatchers play in keeping our community safe.

From handling multiple incidents at once to staying calm in the face of crisis, Ashley offers a behind-the-scenes look at a job that’s essential, often invisible, and always demanding.

Produced by: Hōʻike Kauaʻi Community Media
Resources:

• Kauaʻi Police Department: (808) 241-1900
• Explore job opportunities with KPD: joinkauaipd.com