Over the last few months, Orange County has implemented a new notification system that is far more efficient then reverse 911. It is called AlertOC.

AlertOC is a mass notification system designed to keep Orange County residents and businesses informed of emergencies and certain community events. By registering with AlertOC, time-sensitive voice messages from the County or City in which you live or work may be sent to your home, cell or business phone. Text messages may also be sent to cell phones, e-mail accounts and hearing impaired receiving devices.

For example, if police were attempting to locate a dangerous criminal, or notify residents to be on the look out for a suspect after a recent crime, we could use the AlertOC system to get the information to specific neighborhoods.

By clicking here, you will go to the AlertOC website. Then click on the city you live in and follow the on screen directions to register.

To view a Power Point presentation about AlertOC, click here.

I hope you find this useful for you and your families.