Make a Go Bag, Have a Plan for a Wetter Winter
Winter is coming, and so is rain, flooding and other impacts in the next few months. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds you to be proactive and take steps now to be prepared. Pack a Go-Bag When a disaster hits,...
Winds, Winter Weather Could be Coming to Southern California
November marks the official start of El Nino, bringing the possibility of cold weather, rain, snow, and flooding to Southern California over the next 90 days. The California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like everyone to be prepared...
California Enhances Safety in Faith-Based Communities
Increasing the state’s capability to protect faith-based communities from hate, California Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced increased funding to strengthen security at religious institutions, places of worship and other organizations across...
With Increased Wildfire Risk in Southern California, Cal OES Prepositions Critical Firefighting Resources
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 multiple counties to be able to respond...
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Joe Hearn, Business Operations Chief
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...
With Gusty Winds Forecasted, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Equipment and Personnel
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 multiple counties to be able to respond...
Leaves Are Falling, Preparedness is Calling
Fall brings change to California, from cooler temperatures, falling leaves to changes in outdoor activities and new hazards. With these changes, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like everyone to be aware and...
Despite Less Major Wildfires this Season, Cal OES Worked to Rapidly Deploy Firefighting Help Statewide
Every year, California experiences thousands of wildfires throughout the state. However, this year, the state experienced fewer devastating wildfires than years past. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) worked...
Five Years Later – Honoring Recovery Efforts from the Camp Fire
As the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) actively continues recovery efforts throughout the state, previous disasters such as the Camp Fire allows for the opportunity to reflect on the resiliency of communities that have...
Se cumplen cinco años del Incendio Camp en Paradise
INCENDIO CAMP Cinco años han transcurrido desde que se registró el Devastador Incendio Camp y la recuperación de la comunidad de Paradise sigue su curso. La Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) ha trabajado de...
What to do AFTER a severe storm
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to be prepared for what follows disasters. Californians know how important it is to be ready before a disaster, but knowing what to do after the disaster...
Unlocking Opportunities: Grants for Local Resilience
In addition to emergency response, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) regularly works hand in hand with local entities to better prepare communities for future disasters. Through the Cal OES Hazard Mitigation Grants...
Don’t Let “Fall Back” Set You Back. Follow These Safety Tips
As temperatures get colder and days get shorter, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you to be prepared and safe from the elements. Consider these early darkness safety tips while setting your clocks back this...
Looking Back on the Cedar Fire, 20 Years Later
Twenty years ago more than a dozen wildfires burned through Southern California, fueled by dry and high winds. Among them was the Cedar Fire, which raged from October 25, 2003 through November 5, 2003 in San Diego County, burning more than 270,000...
Cal OES is Hiring!
Are you interested in a rewarding career in public service? Now’s the time to join Cal OES! Cal OES is the nation’s premier homeland security and emergency management...