WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: California mobilized thousands to respond to record-breaking storms since late January which combined, have so far killed 12 people. SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom thanked first responders for their efforts over...

Don't let the floodwaters sweep you away  The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to help you remain safe while California is experiencing localized flooding this season.  Since Sunday, February 4, 2024, Southern...

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Governor Newsom is requesting a Major Disaster Declaration from President Biden for San Diego County following late January’s devastating storm. SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom requested a Major Disaster Declaration...

As the state continues to face lingering showers in many areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all California drivers to make sure they are prepared for wet roads.   Driving can be challenging in the...

Following heavy rain and strong winds, many California communities faced power interruptions this week. The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to work with our partners as they work to restore power. Cal OES...

As the state prepares for lingering impacts of a powerful atmospheric river system, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to keep people safe and has strategically prepositioned fire engines and...

As significant winter weather impacts much of California with multiple rounds of rain, heavy snow, freezing temperatures and gusty winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local government partners to...

After the latest round of winter storms, California saw strong winds, heavy rain and snow that brought dangerous conditions to many communities and additional dangers still exist. The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is...

In partnership with San Diego County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened a Local Assistance Center (LAC) in San Diego. LACs are activated following disasters to support survivors and businesses suffering...

As a series of storms have impacted multiple California communities, lingering effects continue to be seen statewide. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and local partners are coordinating sandbag locations in impacted...

While some parts of Southern California have seen the worst of it, the ongoing Atmospheric River event will continue to produce multiple rounds of heavy rainfall over other areas. Dangerous flooding in urban areas, small streams, and rivers are...

As our state experiences flash flooding, debris flows and other impacts as a result of the recent storms, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to ensure all Californians, including individuals with access and...

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 precipitation.   The Cal OES Watershed and Debris Flow Task...

As significant winter weather impacts much of California with multiple rounds of rain, heavy snow, freezing temperatures and gusty winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local government partners to...

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...