A graphic reading, "When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors." This is over a photo of lightning above a farm house. A Cal O E S logo is in the bottom left. Read more about What to Know When Lightning Strikes – Put Safety First

What to Know When Lightning Strikes – Put Safety First

by | Aug 3, 2024 | All

Thunderstorms can happen during any season. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) urges Californians to stay safe when one rolls into their area.  Lightning and thunder are natural phenomena associated with electrical discharges that occur... Read MoreRead more about What to Know When Lightning Strikes – Put Safety First

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Diferencia entre advertencia y orden de evacuación

by | Aug 2, 2024 | All

Un aviso u orden de evacuación se dará siempre durante una emergencia, por lo que es importante estar preparados y saber que hacer en caso de una desgracia natural. Por ello, es importante saber en qué consiste cada una y no desestimar  las indicacoines de las... Read MoreRead more about Diferencia entre advertencia y orden de evacuación

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Ahead of Critical Fire Weather, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Personnel and Equipment

by | Aug 2, 2024 | All

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 Plumas... Read MoreRead more about Ahead of Critical Fire Weather, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Personnel and Equipment

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Cal OES Announces $22.5 Million in Grants to Bolster State and Local Cybersecurity Efforts

by | Aug 2, 2024 | All

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the deployment of funds and is now accepting applications for over $22.5 million in grant funds to bolster cybersecurity at a state and local level. The State and Local Cybersecurity... Read MoreRead more about Cal OES Announces $22.5 Million in Grants to Bolster State and Local Cybersecurity Efforts

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Federal assistance to states, local and tribal government during wildfires

by | Aug 1, 2024 | All

The Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) provide supplemental federal assistance to states, local and tribal government to fight fires burning on public (non-federal) or privately owned forest or grassland. The Fire Management Assistance declaration process is... Read MoreRead more about Federal assistance to states, local and tribal government during wildfires