Fire Department Specific Channels
Ocean County Fire
Ocean, New Jersey
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Only HAZMAT TG is encrypted
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
13 Total Talkgroups
0 Encrypted
1 Mixed
12 Unencrypted
4% Encrypted
Radio System: Ocean County (P25)
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5131 | Fire Marshal | Fire Marshalls | Mixed |
What This Means
This agency encrypts specific talkgroups or channels. Some communications may still be monitored.
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
Take Action
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