Public Safety

Alert OC

The City of Lake Forest has partnered with the County of Orange to share in a county-wide emergency notification system known as AlertOC.

Emergency Preparedness

Read about CEPA, get information about basic emergency preparedness, Ready OC, and view Fire Hazard Severity Maps.

Fallen Officers

Read about Orange County Sheriff Deputies that will be forever remembered for giving their lives while in service to the residents of Lake Forest.

Fire and Ambulance Services

General Information

Fire Safety and Awareness

Internet Safety

Read about internet safety for kids, parents, and teens.

Know Before You Fly

Know Before You Fly is an educational campaign launched by the FAA in partnership with the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International and the Academy of Model Aeronautics to inform users of safe and responsible operation of unmanned aircraft systems. Drone operators flying drones weighing over 0.55 pounds must be registered with the FAA.

Living with Urban Wildlife

Many residents of Lake Forest experience occasional visits from local wildlife.

Megan's Law

On May 8, 1996, federal legislation H.R. 2137 was passed, requiring state and local law enforcement agencies to release relevant information to protect the public from violent sex offenders. This legislation was appropriately named “Megan’s Law.”

OC Crime Stoppers

Crime Stoppers is a service that allows citizens to anonymously report potential criminal activity and or supply information regarding suspects of crimes.

Drowning Prevention

Traffic Injury Prevention

Read about cell phone/texting laws, click it or ticket, and graduated driver license laws.