News and updates from Cal OES
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 8 a.m., Sunday, January 4, 2026 Shelters: The California Governor’s Office...
Local Assistance Center to Open in San Bernardino County in Response to 2025 Late December Storms
In partnership with San Bernardino County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is supporting the opening of a Local Assistance Center (LAC) on January 8 in response to the 2025 late December Storms. The LAC will provide support services to...
King Tides Rolling Back into California this Week
King tides are expected to roll back into California, bringing high surf, strong rip currents and a threat of minor to moderate coastal flooding in some areas this week. According to the National Ocean Service, a king tide is a non-scientific term people often use to...
Governor Newsom prepositions emergency resources in Southern California ahead of New Year’s Storm
SACRAMENTO – With another round of strong winter storms forecast to arrive over the New Year’s holiday, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the state is taking proactive steps to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions across California. The Governor has...
Cal OES Year in Review
Preposition, response, recovery and rebuild, California’s core resilience elements were tested by various emergencies and disasters in 2025. While the intensity of each emergency varied, the State responded to each with urgency to ensure the safety of all...