Galloway EMS
Atlantic, New Jersey
Encryption Details
Verified Talkgroup Data
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18301 | HT EMS 1 | EMS 1 | Mixed |
| 26302 | GWT EMS 2 | EMS 2 | Encrypted |
Verification Status
We do have per-talkgroup data for Galloway EMS from the RadioReference API, and used it to set the encryption scope shown above — but no additional human-reviewed source (a live feed check or a dated news account) has been recorded for this record, so treat it as a data-quality correction rather than an independently confirmed verification. Check the live RadioReference database directly for current status.
If you monitor Galloway EMS directly or have more current information, the fastest way to fix this is to update the RadioReference Wiki entry — our data pulls from there and from the RadioReference API on a regular refresh cycle.
Atlantic County Context
Galloway EMS isn't an outlier here: 19 of the 22 public-safety agencies we track in Atlantic County are fully encrypted (86%), so most departments nearby have made the same move.
See every agency we track in Atlantic County → County encryption overview →
What This Means
This agency is listed as encrypting specific talkgroups or channels, with other communications possibly still audible. The listing is unverified — confirm at RadioReference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Galloway EMS radio encrypted?
Galloway EMS is listed in our records with P25 AES-256 encryption — a listing we haven't yet verified against live talkgroup data. This agency is listed as encrypting specific talkgroups or channels, with other communications possibly still audible. The listing is unverified — confirm at RadioReference.
Can I listen to Galloway EMS on a police scanner?
Possibly. Our database lists Galloway EMS as encrypting specific talkgroups rather than the whole system, which would leave some channels accessible. The listing is unverified — check RadioReference for specific talkgroup status.
Why do agencies like Galloway EMS encrypt their radio?
Departments typically point to officer safety and operational security. Neither claim tends to come with evidence specific to Atlantic County; what's verifiable is what's lost — journalists can't monitor emergency medical services activity in real time, and coordination with agencies that stay unencrypted gets harder.
Can Atlantic County reverse the encryption decision?
Yes. Encryption is a policy choice made by department leadership or elected officials, not a technical requirement, so it can be reversed the same way. Public pressure, city council advocacy, and organized local coalitions have reversed encryption decisions elsewhere.
What can I do about Galloway EMS encryption?
Start local: show up when Atlantic County officials discuss the budget for Galloway EMS, and ask specifically why full encryption was chosen over a delayed feed or tactical-only approach. File a FOIA request for recordings or policy documents, and connect with others nearby who want the same information — a coordinated ask carries more weight than an individual one.