With Hurricane Hilary expected to make landfall in California in the coming days, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds all Californians that summer storms can cause dangerous conditions to life and property...

As Californians across the state continue to weather severe storms and high temperatures, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds all residents that they can take steps to prepare themselves and their families for...

BOLSTERING DISASTER WARNING: Listos California was created by Gov. Newsom after the deadly 2019 Camp Fire made clear that a more expanded and culturally competent disaster warning system was needed. The $25 million in grants distributed to more...

Listos California partners positioned to amplify the state’s preparedness, response and recovery efforts through outreach and education SACRAMENTO, CA – With extreme heat hitting broad swaths of country, and peak fire season still on the horizon in...

As Hurricane Hilary threatens Southern California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like to remind you how to stay safe during the event of extreme winds in your area. Before a high wind event occurs: Remove...

*Additional Hurricane Hilary response and recovery information located here* MATHER – The State of California is closely monitoring the development of Hurricane Hilary in the Pacific Ocean as it may have significant impacts on California in the...

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...

WHAT TO KNOW: California is deploying 201 specialized personnel, 25 vehicles, and more resources to help our neighbors in Hawaii and Oregon SACRAMENTO – Following action last week to support Hawaii, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the deployment of...

As summer continues, triple digit temperatures remain possible across significant portions of the golden state through Wednesday. As of 1400 on August 14th, the National Weather Services has active Heat Advisories for 27 counties and Excessive Heat...

As we enter the warmer summer months, it’s an important reminder that the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) works around the clock with local, state and federal partners to mitigate any impacts from extreme weather.   As...

CURRENTLY OPEN DISASTER RECOVERY CENTERS FRIDAY, August 11, 2023 There are no open Disaster Recovery Centers in California in response to the 2023 Winter/Spring storms.  More information is available below. As California has weathered extreme...

Ahead of peak wildfire season, this partnership amplifies the robust California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System SAN DIEGO – Working to fortify state and local resources to keep Californians safe from all-hazard disasters, the California...

SACRAMENTO – Moving swiftly to support the response to deadly wildfires in Hawaii, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of resources and urban search and rescue personnel to assist in the coordination and support of emergency...

$8.2 million is part of the Prepare California ‘Jumpstart’ Program investing in local infrastructure improvements SACRAMENTO – Delivering on its commitment to build resilient communities in areas of the state most susceptible to disasters, the...