Fire Department Fully Encrypted
City of Dalton Fire Department
Whitfield, Georgia
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Fire Department Transmissions
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
2 Total Talkgroups
0 Encrypted
2 Mixed
0 Unencrypted
50% Encrypted
Radio System: Tennessee Advanced Communications Network (TACN)
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12015 | DALTON FD DISP | Dalton Fire: Dispatch | Mixed |
| 12033 | DALTON PD DISP | Dalton Police: Dispatch | Mixed |
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
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