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The City of Lake Oswego Emergency Management Program is responsible for planning, preparing, and providing for the prevention, mitigation and management of emergencies or disasters that present a threat to the lives and property of Lake Oswego community members.
Read MoreThe City of Lake Oswego Emergency Management Program is responsible for planning, preparing, and providing for the prevention, mitigation and management of emergencies or disasters that present a threat to the lives and property of Lake Oswego community members.
Public Alerts - Emergency Notification
Lake Oswego uses the ClackCo PublicAlerts emergency notification software system to distribute important emergency messages. The City urges everyone to sign up to receive PublicAlerts notifications.
Each county has its own unique PublicAlerts system. You will only receive this type of alert if the address you provided when signing up is in an affected area. Depending on where you live, work, attend school, etc. You might need to register in several counties.
Read MoreLake Oswego uses the ClackCo PublicAlerts emergency notification software system to distribute important emergency messages. The City urges everyone to sign up to receive PublicAlerts notifications.
Each county has its own unique PublicAlerts system. You will only receive this type of alert if the address you provided when signing up is in an affected area. Depending on where you live, work, attend school, etc. You might need to register in several counties.
Be 2 Weeks Ready & PrepLO
Oregon has experienced a recent cycle of emergencies and disasters, including floods, drought, wildfires, ice storms, excessive heat and a pandemic.
Read MoreOregon has experienced a recent cycle of emergencies and disasters, including floods, drought, wildfires, ice storms, excessive heat and a pandemic.
Emergency Preparedness - City Council Videos
To help you prepare, Lake Oswego City Council put together a series of videos with helpful tips and suggestions.
Check out the videos!
Read MoreTo help you prepare, Lake Oswego City Council put together a series of videos with helpful tips and suggestions.
Check out the videos!
Winter Weather Events and Preparation
Our Public Works Department diligently follows weather reports, monitors local weather stations and road conditions, prepares for, and is ready to respond to winter weather events.
Watch this video to learn how our Public Works staff prepares for the winter season and weather events. For the most up-to-date information, visit our winter weather alerts page or follow our social media accounts.
Read on to learn helpful tips on how you can get prepared, safe driving trips, and FAQs!
Read MoreOur Public Works Department diligently follows weather reports, monitors local weather stations and road conditions, prepares for, and is ready to respond to winter weather events.
Watch this video to learn how our Public Works staff prepares for the winter season and weather events. For the most up-to-date information, visit our winter weather alerts page or follow our social media accounts.
Read on to learn helpful tips on how you can get prepared, safe driving trips, and FAQs!
Power Outages
Winter storms or other events can cause prolonged power outages. PGE has improved their outage map to make it easier to get the information you need and report an outage or downed line.
Learn about food safety during an outage, protecting your electrical equipment, generator safety and more.
Read MoreWinter storms or other events can cause prolonged power outages. PGE has improved their outage map to make it easier to get the information you need and report an outage or downed line.
Learn about food safety during an outage, protecting your electrical equipment, generator safety and more.
Pet Preparedness
Your pets are an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. To prepare for the unexpected follow these tips with your pets in mind:
- Make a plan.
- Build an emergency kit.
- Stay informed.
Remember, animal owners have primary responsibility for the safety and welfare of their animals during emergencies.
Read MoreYour pets are an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. To prepare for the unexpected follow these tips with your pets in mind:
- Make a plan.
- Build an emergency kit.
- Stay informed.
Remember, animal owners have primary responsibility for the safety and welfare of their animals during emergencies.
Preparedness Planning for Your Business
Disasters and emergencies present unique and serious challenges for business owners. Fires, floods, winter storms, public health crises, earthquakes, and other emergencies can lead to interrupted business operations. What may seem like a temporary interruption can lead to permanent closure.
Read MoreDisasters and emergencies present unique and serious challenges for business owners. Fires, floods, winter storms, public health crises, earthquakes, and other emergencies can lead to interrupted business operations. What may seem like a temporary interruption can lead to permanent closure.
Are You Ready?
If a disaster occurs in your community, local government and disaster-relief organizations will try to help you, but you need to be ready as well. Being prepared can reduce fear, anxiety, and losses that accompany disasters. This Guide will help you prepare.
Read MoreIf a disaster occurs in your community, local government and disaster-relief organizations will try to help you, but you need to be ready as well. Being prepared can reduce fear, anxiety, and losses that accompany disasters. This Guide will help you prepare.
3 Steps to Preparedness
A disaster or emergency can happen at any time. Taking these simple steps can make a big difference in ensuring your safety and well-being and that of your loved ones.
Read MoreA disaster or emergency can happen at any time. Taking these simple steps can make a big difference in ensuring your safety and well-being and that of your loved ones.
Phone Numbers You Should Know
When an emergency or disaster occurs, you may experience power outages, natural gas leaks, water line breaks, downed trees, or sewer back-ups. Know who to call when you need assistance.
Read MoreWhen an emergency or disaster occurs, you may experience power outages, natural gas leaks, water line breaks, downed trees, or sewer back-ups. Know who to call when you need assistance.
Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES)
LO ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Services), a volunteer radio operators group supported by the Lake Oswego Fire Department, provides the City a tertiary communication system to connect the Lake Oswego Emergency Operations Center (EOC), and Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) in the field when standard communication systems are not available. In addition, ARES communicates with Clackamas County’s EOC, the State’s EOC, hospitals, and the National Guard.
Read MoreLO ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Services), a volunteer radio operators group supported by the Lake Oswego Fire Department, provides the City a tertiary communication system to connect the Lake Oswego Emergency Operations Center (EOC), and Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) in the field when standard communication systems are not available. In addition, ARES communicates with Clackamas County’s EOC, the State’s EOC, hospitals, and the National Guard.
CERT
What is CERT?
The CERT training program was developed following the Mexico City earthquake in 1985. During that earthquake, firefighters from the Los Angeles Fire Department noticed that first responder resources were not available due to the overwhelming amount of devastation. This resulted in area residents stepping in to help the victims. Unfortunately, these would be rescuers lacked training which resulted in additional injuries and fatalities.
Read MoreWhat is CERT?
The CERT training program was developed following the Mexico City earthquake in 1985. During that earthquake, firefighters from the Los Angeles Fire Department noticed that first responder resources were not available due to the overwhelming amount of devastation. This resulted in area residents stepping in to help the victims. Unfortunately, these would be rescuers lacked training which resulted in additional injuries and fatalities.
How to Create an In-Case-of-Emergency Document
If you were hit by a bus today or were otherwise incapacitated, would your loved ones be able to quickly locate your important information or know how to handle your affairs?
Read MoreIf you were hit by a bus today or were otherwise incapacitated, would your loved ones be able to quickly locate your important information or know how to handle your affairs?
Know Before You Go - Trip Check
Visit TripCheck.com for the latest incident information, weather details, construction updates and more, including roadside services such as hotels, gas stations, restaurants, scenic byways and attractions. Be safe!
Read MoreVisit TripCheck.com for the latest incident information, weather details, construction updates and more, including roadside services such as hotels, gas stations, restaurants, scenic byways and attractions. Be safe!
Heat Risk
Heat Advisory & Air Quality Index
Temperatures above 90 degrees are expected through today - Friday, August 7, 2026.
If the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches 151, our safety protocols for outdoor activities will be activated to protect the health and well-being of our community, participants, and staff.
If you are looking for a place to cool down, please visit the Library, LORAC or the Adult Community Center or City Hall during regular business hours.
Parks & Recreation programming, fields, and hours might change as the forecast heats up. Air quality levels can cause programs to be relocated or canceled. Please visit Parks & Recreation Inclement Weather for the latest update.
Lake Oswego Public Library outdoor events, bookmobile services and Programs in the Park may change as the forecast heats up. Please check the Calendar of Events for updates.
Read MoreHeat Advisory & Air Quality Index
Temperatures above 90 degrees are expected through today - Friday, August 7, 2026.
If the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches 151, our safety protocols for outdoor activities will be activated to protect the health and well-being of our community, participants, and staff.
If you are looking for a place to cool down, please visit the Library, LORAC or the Adult Community Center or City Hall during regular business hours.
Parks & Recreation programming, fields, and hours might change as the forecast heats up. Air quality levels can cause programs to be relocated or canceled. Please visit Parks & Recreation Inclement Weather for the latest update.
Lake Oswego Public Library outdoor events, bookmobile services and Programs in the Park may change as the forecast heats up. Please check the Calendar of Events for updates.
Cascadia Subduction Zone Earthquake
The Cascadia Subduction Zone represents the single largest hazard to the people and built environment of Oregon. Earthquakes on the Cascadia Subduction Zone can be over 9.0 magnitude and have a region-wide impact.
Learn more about structural and non-structural steps you can take to reduce potential damage.
Read MoreThe Cascadia Subduction Zone represents the single largest hazard to the people and built environment of Oregon. Earthquakes on the Cascadia Subduction Zone can be over 9.0 magnitude and have a region-wide impact.
Learn more about structural and non-structural steps you can take to reduce potential damage.
National Flood Insurance Program
Everyone faces the risk of natural disaster and no plan to protect property can be complete without insurance coverage against potential damage and loss.
Read MoreEveryone faces the risk of natural disaster and no plan to protect property can be complete without insurance coverage against potential damage and loss.
Active Shooter Response
Active shooter or threat situations are unpredictable and evolve quickly.
Because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes, before law enforcement arrives on the scene, individuals must be prepared both mentally and physically to deal with the situation.
Read MoreActive shooter or threat situations are unpredictable and evolve quickly.
Because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes, before law enforcement arrives on the scene, individuals must be prepared both mentally and physically to deal with the situation.
Contact Information
Megan Phelan
Assistant City Manager
503-635-0281
Bonnie Hirshberger
Public Information and Emergency Management Specialist
503-675-3992
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