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Cal OES Encourages all Californians to Prepare for Wildfire by Building a Go-Bag
As climate change produces more frequent and severe natural disasters, like wildfires, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Califorians to take steps now and all-year long to prepare for disasters and emergencies. During...
Inclusive Emergency Strategies: How Californians Can Prepare for Accessible Evacuations
When disasters strike, vulnerable populations are often disproportionately affected. That’s why it’s imperative to have an emergency plan in place and a go-bag packed and ready in case of an evacuation or disaster. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency...
Kids in Hot Cars
As summer approaches, California’s temperatures are rising, so it’s a great time for families to raise their awareness of kids in hot cars. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is here to remind you that when the temperatures go up outside,...
Swift Water Safety: Take Precautions to Stay Safe Near Fast-Moving Waterways
As the weather warms up, many local lakes, rivers and streams could experience above-average water levels. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds all Californians about the importance of being swift-water safe. Melting snow flowing...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Liana Toledo
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each...