2025 Late December Storms Prepositioned Resources and Statewide Shelters
Data as of 8am, Sunday, December 28, 2025: Prepositioned Resources: Local fire agencies identify when conditions in communities may require additional resources and submit requests to the state for support. The staging locations and response...
Storm Season Safety
As cooler, wetter months bring new interrelated challenges to our state, like floods, wind, power outages, mudslides, deep snow and cold temperatures, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking action to protect all...
Storm Season Safety: After the Storm
Storm season is a time to be prepared, but the work doesn’t stop when the skies clear. Knowing what to do after a storm is just as important as preparing for it. At the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, we remind all Californians...
Governor Newsom proclaims state of emergency to support response in multiple counties due to late December storms
Emergency declaration unlocks resources and state assistance SACRAMENTO — Taking assertive steps to protect Californians from a series of powerful storms, Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency in Los Angeles, Orange,...
Where You Can Find Sandbags in Your County
As a series of storms move through California, Cal OES continues to monitor the weather around the clock for possible impacts to communities and reminds all Californians to stay prepared for possible flooding. Sandbags can reduce the risk of damage...
Governor Newsom mobilizes state resources as California braces for winter storm
What you need to know: State agencies and local partners continue to coordinate across California to advance preparedness and support response efforts as a series of atmospheric rivers bring heavy rain, snow, flooding threats, and high winds...
Governor Newsom increases statewide seasonal storm readiness, pre-deploys resources to nine counties
What you need to know: As California enters the peak of the winter storm season, Governor Gavin Newsom is expanding on a coordinated, statewide readiness effort, including Cal OES pre-deploying swiftwater and debris flow resources in nine counties...
Governor Newsom visits LA recovery efforts in Altadena and the Palisades, views homes set to be completed soon
What you need to know: Governor Newsom visited the Los Angeles recovery area yesterday to visit with survivors and learn about efforts to help accelerate rebuilding, including two initiatives funded through LA Rises. The Governor also visited homes...
Governor Newsom deploys California resources to Washington to support flood response efforts
What you need to know: Governor Newsom announced the deployment of California fire and rescue resources to Washington state to support flood response efforts. SACRAMENTO – Due to ongoing severe flooding in Washington state, Governor Gavin Newsom...
Federal Assistance Now Available: SBA Offering Low Interest Disaster Loans for Pack Fire
Federal assistance is now available for survivors of the Pack Fire. Low interest disaster loans are now available to California businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the fires from November 13,...
Driving safe in winter weather
Ahead of the holiday season, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages those who plan to travel to take steps now to be prepared. Know Before You Go Unpredictable weather can mean road conditions and routes are...
Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency in Mono County for Pack Fire
Emergency declaration unlocks state resources for fire recovery SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency in Mono County to support ongoing recovery efforts for communities impacted by the Pack Fire. The fire ignited...
Governor Newsom’s SAFE Task Force partners with Long Beach to address encampments
25 people housed in recently opened state-funded shelter What you need to know: The Governor’s SAFE Task Force conducted an encampment operation in Long Beach, helping shelter 25 people and 8 pets in a newly opened state-funded Homekey shelter....
Helping survivors and victims of Stockton mass shooting
What you need to know: California stands with the Stockton community amid the horrific mass shooting nearly one week ago. STOCKTON – As the Stockton community continues to grapple with the horrific shooting that claimed the lives of four young...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I Am Cal OES Video Series – Daniel Martinez, Tribal Liaison with the Cal OES Office of Tribal Coordination.
This week, Cal OES welcomes you to learn more about Daniel Martinez, Tribal Liaison with the Cal OES Office of Tribal Coordination. Daniel Martinez is the Northern California Tribal Liaison with the Cal OES Office of Tribal Coordination. He has...