As Wildfire Season Becomes Year-Round, Cal OES Encourages all Californians to Prepare
As wildfires become more frequent and intense, California wildfire season is now year-round and it’s important that all Californians prepare and remain ready. As the wildfire season in Northern and Central California begins to slow down, Southern...
Preparing for Back-to-School Season? Don’t Forget Your Emergency Plan
While it's important to help pack your child's backpack, it's also important to pack a go-bag for your family. Disasters can strike anytime, anywhere, and being prepared is essential in case you need to leave home quickly. As you prepare your child...
Ahead of Critical Fire Weather, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Resources
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...
School’s Back in Session! Cal OES Offers Free Disaster Preparedness Curriculum Through Preparedness Ambassadors Program
It’s that time of year, back-to-school time! With school back in session, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is calling all fourth graders to become preparedness ambassadors for their communities. Through Cal...
Local Assistance Center Opens in Tehama County on Thursday
(SPANISH INFORMATION AFTER ENGLISH VERSION) In partnership with Tehama County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) will open a Local Assistance Center (LAC) at the Red Bluff Community Center (Gym) on Thursday, August...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Derek Bays
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...
UPDATE: Local Assistance Center is Open in Butte County
(SPANISH INFORMATION AFTER ENGLISH VERSION) In partnership with Butte County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened a Local Assistance Center (LAC) in Chico. LACs are activated following disasters to support...
As Critical Fire Weather Persists, Cal OES Continues to Preposition Firefighting Resources
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...
With Gusty Winds in the Forecast, 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...
Early Earthquake Warnings are Getting Better
Local Assistance Center Opens in Kern County on Saturday
(SPANISH INFORMATION AFTER ENGLISH VERSION) In partnership with Kern County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) will open a Local Assistance Center (LAC) at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella on Saturday, August 10....
Working to Keep Communities Safe, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Resources in Plumas and Sierra 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...
RETURNING HOME AFTER A FIRE
When returning home after being evacuated from a fire, many people are overwhelmed with emotions and questions. Is it safe to go home? What should I do or look for when I return home? The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)...
California’s first-in-the-nation earthquake warning system notified millions ahead of quake
What you need to know: The state’s earthquake Early Warning System notified millions of Californians through emergency alerts—some up to 35 seconds before shaking started. SACRAMENTO – Continuing to lead the country in emergency management and...
Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by Wildfires
As California endures persistent wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities have access to...