EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Every hour of the day, somewhere in the world, a natural disaster strikes a community. In most cases, these communities are unprepared for any type of disaster or emergency, and consequently, there is a greater loss of life and injury simply because residents are uninformed and unprepared.

In an Emergency

Public safety and City officials will send official notifications and information through AlertOC and Nixle. Ensure you and your loved ones are registered for both to receive critical information via text, email, or telephone.

Lake Forest will also broadcast important information over Cox Channel 851 and AM 1690. You can also listen to AM 1690 on the web, at http://bit.ly/LakeForestAM1690

Additionally, the Lake Forest Emergency Hotline is continually updated during an emergency. Call (949) 461-3536 for recorded updates.

Mutual Aid

The City is a member of the Orange County Operation Area and the Orange County Emergency Management Organization. Both of these entities provide mutual aid to communities via the Orange County Sheriff's Department, Orange County Fire Authority, and the State of California Office of Emergency Services.

Ready OC

Orange County residents can best cope with natural and man-made disasters by preparing in advance. Visit the Ready OC website