The Crisis Communication and Public Affairs Team is always creating new, exciting and informative content that tells the story of what Cal OES is doing to keep Californians safe.
Mission: We alert, inform and empower all Californians to prepare for, respond to, and recover from threats and emergencies.
Vision: As we help Californians navigate emergencies:
- We provide clear, accurate, accessible and timely information
- We bring stability and reassurance with a compassionate and human-centered approach
- We are an inclusive partner who champions diversity and accessibility
- We foster a united, transparent and collaborative environment
- We support and uplift each other, encourage growth and celebrate successes
Values: Dedication, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity
Contact Information: News and media inquiries are best directed to media@caloes.ca.gov, 24/7/365, as individual team members can be out, unavailable or deployed in response to an incident.
Branding, Logos, and Media Kits: You can visit our Branding, Logos, and Media Kit site for b-roll videos, logos, and graphics.
Media Contact Signup: Click here to sign up to receive Cal OES media and press releases.
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Deputy Director
(916) 879-4298
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Assistant Director
916-845-8483
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Dino Apolonio
Television Specialist
916-845-8461
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Shawn Boyd
Public Information & Media Relations Manager
916-845-8456
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Chris Dargan
IMAT Senior Public Information Officer
916-845-8469
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Diana Ibrahim
Public Information Officer
916-845-8585
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Eric Mathias
Graphic Designer III
916-845-8457
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Gustavo Ortiz
Public Information Officer
916-845-8445
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Public Information Officer
916-845-8474
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Public Information Officer
916-845-8480
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Alicia de la Garza
Senior Public Information Officer, Fire & Rescue
916-845-8239
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John Larimore
Multimedia Producer
916-845-8462
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Multimedia Manager
916-845-8449
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Public Information Officer
916-845-8492
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Mariah Bickham
Public Information Officer
916-845-8425
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Public Information Officer
916-845-8430
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Lori Fowler
Senior Public Information Officer, Southern Region
916-205-5787
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Davina Mapes
Public Information Officer
916-845-8509
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Marcelino Navarro
Television Specialist
916-845-8442
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Michael Traum
Information Officer II
916-845-8482