Lightning

Mobile application that delivers Next Generation 911 to first responders—in the palm of their hand

The Mobile App for First Responders

Powered by Radius Mapping, Lightning extends NG911 to the field, delivering 911 call data and critical information directly to a first responder’s smart phone or tablet.

Lightning equips field responders with critical response capabilities and actionable intelligence, enhancing situational awareness, supporting unit safety, reducing response time, and improving emergency outcomes—all within a secure mobile app.

Our cloud-native platform integrates a robust and carefully vetted network of partners and applications into a centralized Next Generation911 ecosystem, connecting millions of datapoints to deliver critical, life-saving informationthat makes a difference

This is mission-critical information in the palm of your hand.

Mapping
Layers

Location
Accuracy

Situational
Awareness

Modern
Communications

Modern communication, real-time alerts and faster incident response for all agencies—Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, Emergency Management and more.

RapidDeploy Lightning Mobile App Earns FirstNet Verified™ Designation

Improve Emergency Response, Better Prepare and Enhance Unit Safety

Lightning augments 911 response with vital tools and intelligent information that empowers field responders to take immediate action: device-based location with breadcrumbs,
live streaming video, native navigation, CCTV viewing,
vehicle telematics, and more.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

broad compatibility, supporting both iOS and Android

Secure, Sharing of Data

Across state and local stakeholders, spanning all first responders and support agencies

Device-Based Location

real-time tracking of responder location

Critical Mapping Layers Visualized

authoritative GIS data and commercial maps configured in the PSAP/ECC, from indoor floorplans to visualization of the z-axis

Real-time Access to RapidVideo

connecting citizens with first responders via live video capabilities

Vehicle Telematics Data and Cut Plans

for crash incidents and aiding in extrication

Live Incident Boards

a common operating picture and efficient video sharing for large-scale incidents

Access to CCTV

with direct partner integrations for live streaming video

Native Navigation

leveraging the built in nav from the device

“Radius Mapping is already available across our 911 centers, and now with the addition of an app like Lightning, we can put the same level of mission-critical information in the hands of our field responders who risk their lives each and every day. We’re excited to offer this innovative solution to Law, Fire, and EMS, which will help prioritize the safety of those in the field and ensure that we can better serve our communities.”

Michele Abbott
KS911 Coordinating Council Communication and Training Coordinator

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Lightning, Powered by Radius Mapping

Cloud-Native Platform

Lightning is powered by Radius Mapping for a single operating system across 911 agencies

For All
Responders

From Fire, Law, EMS, volunteer fire, emergency management, highway patrol and beyond

Zero Trust Architecture

and single sign-on (SSO) enabled, ensuring technology exceeds the highest standards

Curated Partner Network

Only works with partners that matter for improving emergency response and driving outcomes

Every moment matters in the mission to save lives.

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Let’s partner to empower success and impact safety.
Together, we can save lives.

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The Mobile App for First Responders

Improve Emergency Response, Better Prepare and Enhance Unit Safety

Lightning, Powered by Radius Mapping

Let’s partner to empower success and impact safety. Together, we can save lives.

Let’s partner to empower success and impact safety.
Together, we can save lives.