A graphic reading, “LOCAL ASSISTANCE CENTER” in large white text on the top half. A slightly opaque white bar covers the second half where text reads, “Address: 6401 Lake Isabella Blvd Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Hours of Operation: Saturday 8/10 to Tuesday 8/13 from 10 p-m to 7 p-m.” The graphic is over a scenic photo of a mountainous canyon. A California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services logo is in the bottom right corner. Read more about Local Assistance Center Opens in Kern County on Saturday

(SPANISH INFORMATION AFTER ENGLISH VERSION) In partnership with Kern County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) will open a Local Assistance Center (LAC) at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella on Saturday, August 10. LACs are activated... Read MoreRead more about Local Assistance Center Opens in Kern County on Saturday

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With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in... Read MoreRead more about Working to Keep Communities Safe, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Resources in Plumas and Sierra Counties

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What you need to know: The state’s earthquake Early Warning System notified millions of Californians through emergency alerts—some up to 35 seconds before shaking started. SACRAMENTO – Continuing to lead the country in emergency management and disaster... Read MoreRead more about California’s first-in-the-nation earthquake warning system notified millions ahead of quake