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...
Staying Safe in High Winds
High winds can occur any time of year and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants all Californians to be aware, be prepared and stay safe. Wind patterns can shift rapidly and unexpectedly, making it challenging for...
Cook Up Memories, Not Mishaps. Stay Fire Ready this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends. But the preparation of a holiday dinner can create unexpected hazards. Even brief distractions in the kitchen can result in serious fires. The California Governor's Office of...
New Hazmat Training Site Strengthens California’s Derailment Incident Response
What happened in Tulare County five years ago is now shaping the ability of firefighters to respond to derailment incidents across the State. At around 6:30 a.m. on November 23, 2020, the Union Pacific southbound mixed freight train derailed with...
Cal OES Coordinates Two CDSS Personnel to Support Alaska in Recovery Operations
California continues to answer the call for assistance in other states. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) deployed two additional personnel to Alaska to assist with recovery operations for residents displaced by a series of...
Be prepared for more rain in California
With widespread rain in the forecast, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds all Californians to take steps to stay safe. Storms can bring fast-changing and severe conditions. Stay informed, monitor local updates,...
Governor Newsom cuts red tape to help communities clean up and rebuild faster following the TCU Lightning Complex Fires
What you need to know: Governor Newsom is expediting recovery and rebuilding in Tuolumne County following the TCU Lightning Complex Fires. TUOLUMNE COUNTY — Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an executive order expediting the removal and cleanup of...
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series- Naomi Ramirez
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...
A Local Assistance Center to Open in Mono County for the Pack Fire
In partnership with Mono County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is supporting a Local Assistance Center (LAC) for the Pack Fire, November 21. A LAC is opened to support residents and businesses that experienced...
Governor Newsom adds additional pre-deployed resources to Southern California in advance of storm
What you need to know: As strong storms continue to impact the state, California has pre-deployed more resources and personnel to Riverside, Ventura, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles counties to protect communities from potential impacts,...