Public Health & Safety
Protect Pets from Deadly Heat in Vehicles
Summer heat is a familiar part of life in Central Florida, but high temperatures can pose serious — and sometimes deadly — risks for pets left inside vehicles. Orange County Animal Services is reminding residents to take precautions to protect animals as temperatures continue to rise. Already this year, Orange County Animal Services has responded […]
Early Hurricane Preparation Helps Orange County Seniors Stay Safe
Preparing for hurricane season can look different for older adults, especially those who rely on medications, medical equipment or caregiver support. Orange County encourages...
Don’t Forget Your Pets: Orange County Pushes Early Hurricane Preparedness
As hurricane season approaches, Orange County officials are reminding residents to include pets in their emergency preparations. Planning ahead can help families keep their...
Orange County Medical Clinic Adds CPR Training to Community Events
The Orange County Medical Clinic has launched a proactive approach to providing residents with life-saving emergency preparedness skills by incorporating CPR demonstrations into its...
Orange County Leads the Way in Life-Saving AED Readiness
Orange County has long taken a proactive approach to public safety — especially when it comes to protecting residents and employees during health emergencies....
Orange County Corrections Department Wins 2025 Award for Best Recruitment Video
The Orange County Corrections Department has been named the winner of the Corrections1 national poll for the Best Recruitment Video of 2025. OCCD’s video, “Step into...
Orange County Leads the Way in Public Safety Investment
For seven consecutive years, Orange County has dedicated more than half of its property tax revenues to public safety. It is an investment unmatched...
Quick-Thinking Security Guards Save Driver’s Life Near Orange County Utilities Facility
On a recent Wednesday, a typical night turned into a rescue by security guards working the graveyard shift at the Northwest Water Reclamation Facility...
Orange County Strengthens Community Health Through Mental Health and Homelessness Programs
Orange County is investing in the health and stability of its residents by expanding programs that address two deeply interconnected challenges: mental health and...
Orange County Recognized for Pedestrian Safety Efforts
In recent years, Orange County transportation engineers and planners have been tasked with converting aging, vehicle-prioritized roadways into safe, multimodal thoroughfares that serve pedestrians,...
