Fire Department Fully Encrypted
Oklahoma City Fire Department
Oklahoma, Oklahoma
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope HAZMAT and Airport Fire are encrypted
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
10 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
9 Unencrypted
10% Encrypted
Radio System: Chickasaw Personal Communications, Oklahoma City Metro Public Safety, Oklahoma Multi-Agency Communications System (OMACS), Oklahoma Wireless Interoperability Network (OKWIN) (P25)
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| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5369 | OklahomaCoSO Enc | Sheriff Dispatch Encrypted | 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
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