California prepares state resources ahead of heavy rain, dry lightning, and increased fire threats
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has predeployed resources throughout the state and is closely monitoring weather conditions that bring the potential for localized heavy rain, dry lightning, and gusty winds that...
Governor Newsom proclaims Preparedness Month
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring September 2025 as "Preparedness Month." The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATION This year began with some of the most destructive fires...
Statewide Anti-Hate Hotline Receives Nearly 1,200 Reports of Hate in 2024
California vs Hate continues to see demand for support People sought additional assistance in over two-thirds of hate reports SACRAMENTO – The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) today released new statistics demonstrating ongoing demand for...
Proposition 1 continues delivering support for vulnerable homeless populations in California. New mental health services and housing coming to cities throughout California
What you need to know: Governor Newsom’s reforms and strengthening of California’s mental health support systems are well underway, with billions of voter-approved Proposition 1 funding being distributed to...
Se acerca la fecha límite para los préstamos por desastre de la SBA para empresas y organizaciones no lucrativas afectadas por los incendios forestales de Los Ángeles
Las empresas y organizaciones no lucrativas afectadas por los incendios forestales de Los Ángeles podrían ser elegibles para obtener hasta $2 millones en préstamos federales por desastre a bajo interés a través de la Administración de Pequeñas...
Deadline Approaching for SBA Disaster Loans for Businesses and Nonprofits Impacted by LA Wildfires
Businesses and nonprofit organizations affected by the Los Angeles wildfires may be eligible for up to $2 million in low-interest federal disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The application deadline is October 8,...
College Student Emergency Preparedness
September is National Preparedness Month. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) urges all Californians to take steps to keep them and their loved ones safe in the event of an emergency. California college students may...
Stay Safe this September: Outdoor Safety Tips You Can Use
Floods, lightning strikes, fires and poor air quality are not just random words but a series of weather events that Californians have experienced in only the past two weeks. While the cooler temperatures help with fires, and they allow us to enjoy...
Building up Preparedness, One Classroom at a Time: Fourth Grade Preparedness Ambassadors Program Available for Educators
School is back in session, and here at the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), we’re excited to join in on the back-to-school buzz. You might be wondering — what does Cal OES have to do with schools? A lot, actually! If...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Danielle Jessup, Senior Emergency Services Coordinator
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...
Un Centro de Asistencia Abre en el Condado Tuolumne para el Incendio TCU Septiembre Complex/6-5 Fire
En colaboración con el condado Tuolumne, la Oficina del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) está apoyando a un Centro de Asistencia Local (LAC por sus siglas en inglés) para el incendio TCU September Lightning Complex/6-5 Fire, Septiembre 13 y 14. ...
A Local Assistance Center Opens in Tuolumne County for the TCU September Lightning Complex/6-5 Fire
In partnership with Tuolumne County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is supporting a Local Assistance Center (LAC) for the TCU September Lighting Complex/6-5 Fire, September 13 and September 14. A LAC is opened to...
Considerations for People with Access and Functional Needs during an Emergency
September is National Preparedness Month, and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to ensure all Californians, including individuals with access and functional needs (AFN) (i.e. people with disabilities, older...
Advertencia de Evacuación vs. Orden de Evacuación
Advertencia de Evacuación vs. Orden de Evacuación Ya sea una tormenta severa, inundación, terremoto, incendio de maleza u otra emergencia, es importante reconocer la diferencia entre una advertencia y orden de evacuación. En un momento de crisis,...
Evacuation Warnings vs. Evacuation Orders
Whether it's a serious storm, flood, earthquake, wildfire, or other emergency, it is important to understand the difference between an evacuation warning and an evacuation order. In times of crisis, it can be confusing. The California Office of...