Fire Department Fully Encrypted
Spring Creek Volunteer Fire Department
Calhoun, Alabama
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations and talkgroups
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Low confidence
2 Total Talkgroups
2 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: Calhoun-Cherokee-Cleburne County
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11741 | SPRING GARDN VFD | Spring Garden Volunteer Fire | Encrypted |
| 11745 | SPRING CREEK VFD | Spring Creek Volunteer Fire | 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
Fight encryption at Spring Creek Volunteer Fire Department. Contact local officials to demand transparency.
Spring Creek Volunteer Fire Department Calhoun, Alabama
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