Latest news and updates from Cal OES
Shelter Available for Communities Impacted by the Wildfires in Southern California
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) As Los Angeles recovers from wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the state, federal and local...
Tree Removal & Preservation After a Fire
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) Trees are an important part of the landscape and hold deep personal, cultural, and environmental significance for many. After a fire, trees can become a hazard...
Deadline Approaches to Opt-in to Debris Removal Program
After a wildfire burns through a community, it leaves behind hazardous materials, including charred structural debris, that can pose serious risks to the environment and public health. Debris removal helps eliminate these hazards and accelerates the rebuilding...
Upcoming Deadlines to Apply for Disaster Recovery Help
LOS ANGELES – Several deadlines are approaching for individuals impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires. FEMA Individual Assistance: March 10, 2025 Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling FEMA’s helpline at 800-621-3362, or by using the FEMA mobile app. If...
Phase One of Debris Cleanup for the LA fires is Complete
Hazardous materials cleanup is 100% complete for the Eaton and Palisades fires marking an important milestone in the post-fire recovery process. “The completion of Phase 1 debris removal by the U.S. EPA marks a significant milestone in our recovery efforts. This...