Sky-Hi News: The Grand County Communications Center announced that, effective May 22, countywide public safety radio communications, including law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services, will transition to an encrypted radio platform.

This change is being implemented to enhance responder safety, protect sensitive information and reduce the risk of public safety radio traffic being misused, misinterpreted or shared without context, the sheriff’s office said in a May 20 press release.

“Public safety radio systems are used every day to coordinate emergency response, share incident information, request resources, and protect the safety of residents, visitors, and first responders,” the release said. “During these transmissions, responders may need to communicate sensitive details, including names, addresses, medical information, vehicle information, victim or witness information, tactical response details, and officer or responder locations.” 

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