News and updates from Cal OES
Federal Assistance Now Available: SBA Offering Low Interest Disaster Loans for Pack Fire
Federal assistance is now available for survivors of the Pack Fire. Low interest disaster loans are now available to California businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the fires from November 13, 2025 – December 4,...
What is Human Trafficking? Raising awareness during January
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) works to combat human trafficking and to support its survivors. Human trafficking is best described as the exploitation of another for profit. This...
California State Warning Center Mobile Command Unit Is Now Operational
Focusing on operational continuity, the California State Warning Center (CSWC) Mobile Command Unit (MCU) adds capacity to Cal OES to ensure the safety of all Californians during emergencies. The 53-foot MCU can accommodate up to fourteen staff and features cellular...
A Year After the LA Fires: Pacific Palisades and Altadena Communities Recover
One year ago, the Palisades and Eaton Fires burned more than 38,000 acres and destroyed over 16,000 structures across Southern California communities. When 80-100 mph hurricane-level offshore winds fueled fast-moving firestorms across Southern California, the Newsom...
New Year’s Storm Prepositioned Resources and Statewide Shelters
Through the Governor’s direction, Cal OES has prepositioned fire and rescue personnel and resources in Southern California, in areas most at risk for flooding, mud and debris flows. Data as of 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Prepositioned Resources: Local fire...