Emergency Medical Services Fully Encrypted
Advantage EMS
Etowah, Alabama
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
34 Total Talkgroups
7 Encrypted
27 Unencrypted
21% Encrypted
Radio System: Alabama Interoperable Radio System (AIRS)
View 7 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30539 | HEMSI Admin | EMS: Supervisors | Encrypted |
| 30540 | HEMSI Fleet | EMS: Fleet | Encrypted |
| 30541 | HEMSI Supply | EMS: Supply | Encrypted |
| 32839 | A-MED EMS Disp | A-MED Ambulance EMS: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 33044 | Advantage EMS | Advantage EMS: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 30538 | HEMSI Training | EMS: Training | Encrypted |
| 60010 | DothanEMS 60010E | EMS: Operations | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts all of their radio communications, including routine dispatch. The public, journalists, and even other first responders cannot monitor their activities.
Impact on Transparency
- Journalists cannot monitor police activity for breaking news or investigative reporting
- Community members cannot track police response to incidents in their neighborhood
- Researchers cannot study police communication patterns and response times
- Other first responders may face interoperability challenges during emergencies
Take Action
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