Cell tower installed in Cape Henlopen State Park
In an effort to provide emergency response personnel with enhanced coverage, AT&T has installed a purpose-built cell site in Cape Henlopen State Park.
The company announced the installation of the tower, which is part of its FirstNet network, in a press release Jan. 24.
“Delaware’s first responders deserve reliable coverage across the state to help them effectively and efficiently address incidents,” said Vince Apruzzese, AT&T Delaware president, in a prepared statement. “We have a responsibility unlike any other network provider and couldn’t be more pleased to support the public safety mission by bringing Delaware first responders – and residents – greater access to the connectivity they need.”
This site was constructed using Band 14 spectrum, as well as AT&T commercial spectrum. Band 14 is a nationwide, high-quality spectrum set aside by the government specifically for FirstNet. In an emergency, this band can be cleared and restricted solely for FirstNet subscribers, said the company.
AT&T said it’s rolled out Band 14 on more than 80 sites across Delaware. The company also said it invested more than $60 million in its network infrastructure between 2020 and 2022.
