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Emergency Management Program
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 citizens of Lake Oswego. This includes coordinating and facilitating emergency planning, preparedness, response, and recovery activities.
On-going projects to strengthen the City's emergency management capabilities include updating the City's Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan.
Seasonal Preparedness
Public Facilities and Services – Building Closures
 During inclement weather, certain facilities and services may be closed to the public and/or employees. In order to ensure the ability for police, fire, 911 dispatch and road crews to function, certain public buildings will be prioritized to allow access and remain able to serve the public. Those facilities that are required to support emergency and maintenance functions are: City Hall which houses Police and 911, Fire Stations, Maintenance Services (housed at the Maintenance Services Facility and West End Building), and the Water Treatment Plant. The City Manager may, dependant on the situation, prioritize all resources to the above mentioned facilities and close other functions such as the Adult Community Center, Golf Course, Library, Parks, Tennis Center and programs at the West End Building.
For City facility closure and storm related information, please call the Citizen Information line at (503) 635-0257 or visit the City’s website at www.ci.oswego.or.us.
City Plowing/Sanding Routes
 The City will use all available equipment to clear main roads for emergency responders and vehicles. Once main roads are addressed, maintenance crews will focus on other streets, if possible. To identify the closest street to your home, click:
LO Plowing_Sanding Routes
Citizen Notification
Register for CodeRED to receive notifications of emergency situations that may affect you. Registration is confidential, free, and easy. To register your home, business, and cell phone numbers click: CodeRED Registration
Winter Weather Preparations
Winter is here... Do you have tire chains, snow shovel, and supplies just in case?
The City's ability to respond to emergencies is paramount. However, during inclement weather, police, fire, and emergency medical services may be delayed. For information on how individuals and families can prepare for winter weather, what to include in a 72 hour emergency kit, and other tips, please click the following links:
City of Lake Oswego Winter Preparedness Guide
What To Do Before Winter Storms and Extreme Cold (Prepare Your Home & Car)
Winter Storm Safety Checklist
Power Outage Checklist
Treating Water During an Emergency
National Fire Protection Association Heating Tips
ODOT Trip Check
Emergency Kit Supplies, Emergency Family Plan, How To Protect Your Business, Etc.
Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
 Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) are groups of citizens trained to be first responders in the event of serious community disaster. Training includes fighting small fires, victim search and rescue, and learning disaster medicine and psychology.
Over 500 local citizens and City employees have received CERT training through the Fire Department.
The next Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training, hosted by Lake Oswego Fire Department, begins Tuesday, April 6, 2010. CERT training prepares participants in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members will be able to better help themselves, their family and their neighborhood in the event of a disaster.
For more information about CERT Training, please click: CERT
Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES)
 Facilitated and supported by the Lake Oswego Fire Department, the formation of the volunteer radio operators group provides the City a backup communication system. This tertiary system will connect the Lake Oswego Emergency Operations Center (EOC), Fire Stations, Police, Public Works, and Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) in the field. In addition, ARES communicate with Clackamas County’s EOC, the State’s EOC, hospitals, and the National Guard. The radio group can be activated by City's EOC or self-activate during major emergencies.
For more information regarding ARES, please click: ARES
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