Fire Department Partially Encrypted
Sullivan County Volunteer Fire Department
Sullivan, Tennessee
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 ADP
Scope All Traffic except VHF paging
Technical Details P25 ADP
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
9 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
6 Unencrypted
33% Encrypted
Radio System: Tennessee Advanced Communications Network (TACN)
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30066 | SLVN VFD LOW | Sullivan County Fire Dispatch Lower Region | Encrypted |
| 30054 | SLVN VFD UP | Sullivan County Fire: Dispatch Upper Region | Encrypted |
| 30057 | SULVEASTVFD | Sullivan East Fire: Ops | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts some of their communications while leaving others open. Specific channels or operations are encrypted.
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
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