Latest news and updates from Cal OES

Governor Newsom pre-deploys resources ahead of potential storm impacts in Imperial and San Bernardino counties
SAN BERNARDINO– Governor Gavin Newsom today approved the prepositioning of fire and rescue resources in Imperial and San Bernardino counties in response to extreme weather conditions forecast to impact the areas starting Thursday, October 9, through Saturday, October...

HIRING A LICENSED CONTRACTOR – TIPS AND BEST PRACTICES FOR REBUILDING AFTER A WILDFIRE
Survivors of the Eaton and Palisades fires may be eager to begin the rebuilding process, but it’s important to move forward with caution. Homeowners can often fall for scams during this vulnerable time. Taking a few extra steps now can save you significant time,...

The Great California ShakeOut Tour 2025
Cal OES is kicking off the Great California ShakeOut Tour with 4 stops in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego. Then join us in practicing Drop/Lock, Cover and Hold On, statewide on October 16 at 10:16 a.m. Monday, October 13 Where: University of...

Great California ShakeOut Tour to Stop in Four California Cities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 8, 2025 CONTACT: media@caloes.ca.gov Public invited to learn from experts and experience an earthquake simulator MATHER, CA – Building upon California’s leadership to implement a first-in-the-nation earthquake alert system and...

El apoyo estatal y de FEMA en persona finalizará en los centros de apoyo a sobrevivientes del condado de Los Ángeles
Dado que la demanda de servicios presenciales para los afectados por los incendios de Eaton y Palisades ha disminuido, la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) y la Agencia Federal para el Manejo de Emergencias (FEMA) pondrán fin a...