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The City of Fullerton's Public Information Office is a division of the City Manager's Office. The primary function is to coordinate all external communication between the City and citizens. The Public Information Office is responsible for news releases, social media, community outreach, and general information management.
The Public Information Office works closely with the City Council, City departments, news media, the public and other government agencies to assist in building a more open and accessible city government. It is the City's official information outlet to media related inquiries.
The Police Department has a Public Information Officer that addresses police and crime related matters. You may call (714) 738-6779 or visit Fullerton Police website for further inquires.
Members of the media who have questions regarding Fire related emergency incidents should contact Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Kristi Hofstetter Batiste at kristi.hofstetterbatiste@fullertonfire.org or by calling (714) 446-1454.
Hazardous Materials Incident in Garden Grove
Fullerton Police and Fire Departments are actively monitoring a hazardous materials incident in Garden Grove; there is currently no threat to the Fullerton community.
May 24, 2026 UPDATE: The City of Fullerton, Fullerton Police Department, and Fullerton Fire Department continue to actively monitor the ongoing hazardous materials incident in Garden Grove, approximately 9 miles from Fullerton.
At this time, there is no threat to the Fullerton community, and no local impacts are anticipated.
The incident remains active, and the risk of a tank explosion or hazardous material spill continues within the incident area. Out of an abundance of caution, City public safety officials will continue to monitor conditions and coordinate with partner agencies.
We will continue to keep our community informed should conditions change or any local impacts become possible.
For incident updates, the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is sharing information on Instagram, Facebook, and X.
Be prepared and stay informed: sign up for emergency alerts at AlertOC.gov.