Emergency Medical Services Fully Encrypted
Buncombe County EMS
Buncombe, North Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All EMS to hospital TG's
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
159 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
156 Unencrypted
2% Encrypted
Radio System: Buncombe County, North Carolina VIPER
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3003 | BCEMS Hospital 3 | EMS to Hospital | Encrypted |
| 3004 | BCEMS Hospital 4 | EMS to Hospital | Encrypted |
| 52044 | NCOEMS Statewide | North Carolina Office of EMS Statewide | 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
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