State of Emergency Declared Read more about Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency in Mariposa County Due to Oak Fire

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency for Mariposa County due to the effects of the Oak Fire, which has destroyed homes, threatened critical infrastructure and forced the evacuation of more than three thousand residents. Driven by... Read MoreRead more about Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency in Mariposa County Due to Oak Fire

Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved Read more about California Secures Federal Assistance to Support Response to Oak Fire in Mariposa County

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppress the Oak Fire burning in Mariposa... Read MoreRead more about California Secures Federal Assistance to Support Response to Oak Fire in Mariposa County

Cal OES logo Read more about Cal OES Launches Website Redesign with Upgrades, New Content

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has redesigned its website with the public in mind. On July 20, the Cal OES main website is relaunching with an updated modern public facing site and new upgrades focusing on providing the public with... Read MoreRead more about Cal OES Launches Website Redesign with Upgrades, New Content

Mutual aid Read more about Supporting Neighboring States with EMAC Mutual Aid Resources Pivotal to Disaster Response

Navigating disaster response has never been more challenging. Historic wildfires, flooding, and climate-driven disasters are spreading resources thin across the country. The mutual aid system is the backbone of emergency management, and moving resources throughout the... Read MoreRead more about Supporting Neighboring States with EMAC Mutual Aid Resources Pivotal to Disaster Response

“California has the country’s toughest gun laws, and they work,” said Mark Ghilarducci, Cal OES Director. “Firearm violence is preventable, not inevitable. Raising public awareness about proactive ways for people to intervene can be crucial for preventing violence before it occurs.” Read more about California Announces New Details on Efforts to Promote Nation-Leading Red Flag Laws

SACRAMENTO – In the wake of recent mass shootings across the nation, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) announced $11 million in new community partnerships to expand outreach and education on the use of Gun Violence Restraining Orders –... Read MoreRead more about California Announces New Details on Efforts to Promote Nation-Leading Red Flag Laws