Fire Department Fully Encrypted
Harris County Fire/EMS
Harris, Georgia
Encryption Details
Encryption Type TETRA
Scope All Operations
Technical Details TETRA Digital
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
2 Total Talkgroups
0 Encrypted
2 Unencrypted
0% Encrypted
Radio System: Harris County Government Services, Dean's Commercial Two-Way
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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