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 our...
2024 Storms Recovery Resources
As recovery efforts continue in San Diego County following the January 2024 Storm, the state continues to proactively work with federal and local partners to support, rebuild and aid in the recovery process. Under the direction of Governor Gavin...
Cal OES Approves More than $390,000 in Reimbursements to Reclamation District #800 for Repair of Levee Damaged by Heavy Rains on New Year’s Eve 2022
SACRAMENTO -- The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the approval in February of more than $390,000 in reimbursements through the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA 2023-01) to help Reclamation...
Food Benefits Available for People Impacted by Late January 2024 Storms
Disaster CalFresh Offered in San Diego County The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) along with state, local and federal partners, continues to assist San Diego County individuals, families and business owners to recover...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Andrew Wilson, Policy Analyst with the Office of Policy and Administration.
Watch- Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Andrew Wilson, Policy Analyst with the Office of Policy and Administration. https://youtu.be/nvPdt7fwnEg Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented...
Building Earthquake Resiliency
Recently, California communities across the state have been experiencing earthquakes, which is a good reminder for everyone to be prepared when shaking starts. In just the past few weeks, Californians have experienced a handful of earthquakes in El...
$12.6 Million in Aid Delivered to San Diego County Communities
Federal, state and local partners work together to help storm survivors San Diego, Calif. – As recovery efforts continue in San Diego County following the January 2024 Storm, FEMA, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)...
San Diego County Disaster Recovery Centers Now Open for Late January Storms
As California has weathered extreme weather the past few months resulting in rain, snow, wind and flooding and especially in San Diego County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has led the efforts to respond to and...
Storm Season Safety: What to do AFTER a Severe Storm
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to be prepared for what follows disasters. Cal OES also continues to work closely with local and federal partners to help all Californians recover from...
Storm Season Safety: After a Snowstorm
Across California several severe snowstorms have brought heavy snow and gusty winds up and down the state. Taking proactive steps following severe weather event can keep you and your loved ones safe. As you recover after a snowstorm, keep these...
Disaster Unemployment Assistance is now Available to San Diego County Workers Impacted by Late January 2024 Storms
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) along with state, local and federal partners, continues to assist San Diego County individuals, families and business owners to recover from the late January 2024 storms. The...
Centros de recuperación de desastre abrieron sus puertas en el Condado de San Diego para los afectados por las tormentas de enero.
Cal OES, el condado de San Diego y la Agencia Federal para el Manejo de Emergencias (FEMA), en coordinación con otras agencias estatales y locales, abrieron dos Centros de Recuperación por Desastre (DRC) en el condado de San Diego el pasado viernes...
With Lingering Storm Impacts, Cal OES Prepositions Fire Personnel and Equipment in Calaveras County
As another winter storm makes its way across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to keep people safe and has strategically prepositioned fire personnel in Calaveras County to be...
2024 Presidential Primary Election Security
With voting in the March 5 Presidential Primary now underway, the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working closely with local, state and federal partners to support a secure and safe election. Through the department’s role as...
Governor Newsom Launches First-of-its-Kind Woman-Focused Resiliency Initiative Listas Campaign
Women’s History Month focuses on empowering women to continue leading in disaster preparedness, response and recovery SACRAMENTO – Recognizing the crucial role women play as changemakers and leaders, Governor Gavin Newsom today launched Listas, a...
Storm Season Safety: Preparing Your Car Before the Storm Hits
As winter weather begins to hit California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to make sure they are storm ready. During storm season, heavy rains and snow can lead to dangerous road...