Flood After Fire and Secondary Disasters
During heavy rain events, stay vigilant in burn scar areas The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is geared up to address any potential hazards, such as mudslides, debris flows and other incidents triggered by excessive...
Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Santa Cruz recover from destructive winter storms
Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Santa Cruz recover from destructive winter storms SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for Santa Cruz County to assist in recovery from the December 2024...
Cal OES’s Watershed and Debris Flow Task Force Places 630,250 Feet of Protection Materials as Incoming Storm Threatens Eaton and Palisades Burn Scars
LOS ANGELES, CA – As heavy rains threaten Eaton and Palisades burn scar areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Watershed and Debris Flow Task Force has proactively placed 630,250 feet of critical watershed...
Be Prepared for Flooding and Mudslides
With wet weather forecasted in the coming days, heavy rain is expected in Del Norte County in the far northwestern part of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds all Californians to be prepared. In...
As Atmospheric River Moves Across State, Cal OES Prepositions Additional Fire and Rescue Personnel and Equipment
*LA ACTUALIZACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL LA ENCONTRÁS DESPUÉS DE LA VERSIÓN EN INGLÉS As another round of winter weather is expected to impact many parts of California with potentially heavy rain and an increased risk of flooding, the California Governor's...
Ahead of Another Winter Storm, Cal OES Prepositions Fire and Rescue Personnel Statewide
*LA ACTUALIZACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL LA ENCONTRÁS DESPUÉS DE LA VERSIÓN EN INGLÉS As another round of winter weather is expected to impact many parts of California with potentially heavy rain and an increased risk of flooding, the California Governor's...
Be Prepared for Mudslides and Debris Flows in Burn Scar Areas
As the state braces for wet weather arriving this week, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is reminding people about the dangers of mudslides and debris flows in burn scar areas. The National Weather Service is...
With biggest winter storm of the season looming, California takes early, proactive steps to protect communities and harden burn scar areas
LOS ANGELES – With another significant winter storm system expected to reach California later this week, work continues statewide to ensure communities impacted by recent wildfires – including the firestorms in Los Angeles – are protected. To...
Ahead of storm system, State moves resources to protect impacted communities
With another storm system expected to reach California later this week, work continues statewide to ensure communities impacted by the recent wildfires, including the firestorms in Los Angeles, are protected. At Governor Gavin Newsom’s directive,...
California’s Largest Watershed Protection Mission Reaches 80% Completion Following Devastating Fires in Los Angeles County
The state’s largest watershed protection mission reached 80% completion today. Working quickly to protect hazardous runoff from entering waterways, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) mission-tasked over 500 state...
California’s All-In Approach to Response and Recovery for the Los Angeles Wildfires
The hurricane-force firestorm that ravaged areas of Los Angeles this January was historic in size and scope. It required an equally impressive response and recovery effort. As the state’s leadership hub during all major disasters and emergencies,...
El Enfoque Integral De California Para La Respuesta Y Recuperación De Los Incendios Forestales De Los Ángeles
La tormenta de fuego con fuerza de huracán que asoló áreas de Los Ángeles en enero fue histórica en tamaño y alcance. Requirió un esfuerzo de respuesta y recuperación igualmente impresionante. Como centro de liderazgo del estado durante todos los...
Watershed Protection Mission: Frequently Asked Questions For Residents
OVERVIEW After a wildfire, the ash and debris from burned structures contain toxic materials that can potentially runoff into our watershed (creeks, rivers, and waterways) when rainy weather arrives. Toxic materials can result from burned household...
With Rain in the Forecast, Cal OES Prepositions Resources Across California
With the potential for heavy rainfall and flooding throughout many parts of Northern California and rain forecasted for Southern California, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical...
Where You Can Find Sandbags in Your County
As a series of storms move through northern 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...