When an incident occurs and relevant agencies or departments are dispatched to the scene the lead agency assumes Incident Command and a PIO is designated. THis person is who?

The Public Information Officer (PIO) is the designated spokesperson for the lead agency during an incident. Their primary responsibilities include communicating accurate and timely information to the media and the public, managing media inquiries, and ensuring that the incident's messaging is consistent across all channels. The PIO plays a crucial role in maintaining transparency and public trust while also mitigating misinformation.