Fire Department Fully Encrypted
Henderson County Fire/EMS
Henderson, North Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type NXDN Scrambling
Scope All Operations
Technical Details NXDN 15 Bit Scrambling
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
162 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
1 Mixed
158 Unencrypted
2% Encrypted
Radio System: Henderson County, North Carolina VIPER
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hend Co EMS | EMS | Encrypted |
| 72 | HendersonvilleFD | Fire | Encrypted |
| 113 | Polk Co EMS | EMS | Mixed |
| 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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