Southern California is getting its first major storm since November, including heavy rainfall, high elevation snow, scattered thunderstorms, gusty winds, and flooding in some areas. As the storm moves through the southern part of the state, the...

Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 0 shelters open as of December 22,...

Working proactively in response to incoming winter weather in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned fire engines and personnel in multiple counties to be able to respond if...

Cal OES initiative outlines comprehensive outreach and communications efforts to save lives this winter SACRAMENTO – Working diligently to keep Californians safe this storm season, California is taking action to protect its communities by...

As several areas of California face wet weather expected to continue through next week, the state is sharing multilingual resources, deploying a network of community-based organizations through the Listos California campaign, and highlighting other...

DURANTE LA TORMENTA  La Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) trabaja con autoridades locales y estatales para brindar los recursos necesarios para que los residentes del Estado cuenten con lo necesario y sepan...

ANTES DE LA TORMENTA La Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) trabaja con autoridades locales para brindar los recursos necesarios para que los californianos se preparen para una tormenta y sepan que hacer...

BEFORE THE STORM The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) works with local and state authorities to provide resources for Californians to prepare for a storm. If you live in a county that is annually impacted by snowfall, as...

In an effort to support Californians as they experience climate-driven disasters in all forms, California small businesses affected by a salmon fishery disaster can now apply for federal low-interest loans.   The California Governor’s Office of...

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...

Detailing California’s historical and current hazards and identifying strategies and actions to address those hazards, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) announces the release of the 2023 State Hazard Mitigation Plan....

SACRAMENTO -- The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the recent payments totaling $1,423,317 in California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding to help Butte County cover costs related to the repair of...

While often overshadowed by the seismic activity associated with fault lines, California is home to several volcanos that demand careful monitoring. The California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) plays a crucial role in keeping a watchful...

Working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in several counties to be able to respond...

SACRAMENTO – Building on California’s commitment to provide civilians in Israel and Gaza with medical aid and assistance, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the state’s humanitarian aid package — 104 pallets of medical supplies, including field...