County Cooling Centers and Resources
As high temperatures impact Californians across the state, many regions will be experiencing triple-digit weather during the summer season. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and its local partners encourage...
California Secures Federal Assistance to Support Response to Park Fire
SACRAMENTO – Working quickly to bring in additional funding and resources to help fight the rapidly burning Park Fire, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California last night secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the...
As Critical Fire Weather Persists, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Resources in Additional County
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...
Cal OES and France Collaborate on Security for the Olympic Games
The 30th edition of the Summer Olympic Games will kick off with opening ceremony this week in Paris, and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has been working with the organizing committee, sharing information regarding...
Cal OES y Francia colaboran en terminos de seguridad de los juegos olímpicos
Esta semana en París, se pone en marcha la edición 30 de los juegos olímpicos de verano y la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) ha estado en comunicación con el comité organizador para intercambiar...
With the Return of Critical Fire Weather, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Resources in Multiple Counties
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...
Hydration Tips for Warmer Weather
As temperatures increase across the state, so does the amount of time Californians spend outdoors. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has some hydration safety tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe. When...
California secures federal assistance to support response to Hawarden Fire
SACRAMENTO – Working quickly to bring in additional funding and resources to help fight the rapidly burning Hawarden Fire, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal...
With the Return of Critical Fire Weather, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Personnel and Equipment
With an increased threat of thunderstorms and dry lightning over the weekend, the risk of wildfire remains high. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk...
As large wildfires continue burning in Oregon, California sends firefighting crews to assist
SACRAMENTO – Amid hot and dry conditions that have sparked multiple large wildfires in Oregon, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of firefighting personnel and equipment from local fire agencies to assist. This week, Oregon...
Cal OES’ Seismic Safety Commission to Meet in Sacramento on July 18
Bringing together seismic experts and state leaders, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) through the Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission is meeting on Thursday, July 18 in Sacramento. What: Alfred E. Alquist...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Jon Gudel
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...
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...
Prepare pets and large animals for evacuations
*(SPANISH INFORMATION BELOW THE ENGLISH VERSION) A Pet is an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. Through the California Animal Emergency Response System (CARES), The California Governor's...
Power Outages Can Make Your Summer Go Dark. Here’s How You Can Prepare
There are various factors that cause power outages. Whether it’s due to a disaster, extreme heat or other climate driven impacts, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to be prepared if the power goes out....
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