Upcoming Deadlines to Apply for Disaster Recovery Help
(April 15, 2025, is the new deadline to apply for the government-run debris removal program. For more information, visit: https://wp.me/pd8T7h-11Gd) LOS ANGELES – Several deadlines are approaching for individuals impacted by the Los Angeles...
Phase One of Debris Cleanup for the LA fires is Complete
Hazardous materials cleanup is 100% complete for the Eaton and Palisades fires marking an important milestone in the post-fire recovery process. “The completion of Phase 1 debris removal by the U.S. EPA marks a significant milestone in our recovery...
NEWS: Kaiser Permanente Partners with Cal OES and FEMA to Launch Joint Field Office Annex
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) Pasadena, CA – California and federal partners today announced a new Joint Field Office (JFO) Annex established through the support of Kaiser...
Los Angeles wildfire hazardous debris cleanup reaches substantial completion in record time
What you need to know: More than 9,000 properties were cleared of hazardous materials in less than 30 days – marking the fastest-ever hazardous debris removal effort in the nation. LOS ANGELES – In less than 30 days, federal and state crews have...
Los Angeles County Disaster Recovery Centers Closed on Sundays Beginning March 2
The Disaster Recovery Centers in Los Angeles County help residents affected by the wildfires continue their recovery. Starting Sunday, March 2, these locations will be closed on Sundays. Disaster Recovery Centers will remain open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m....
Cal OES Hosts Applicants’ Briefings for Government Entities Seeking January Firestorm Financial Assistance
Cal OES will host a series of Public Assistance Applicants’ Briefings beginning Monday, February 24, to help potential applicants navigate requirements. The Public Assistance program provides financial assistance to government entities to help...
Governor Newsom Approves Aid to Kentucky Following Devastating Floods
In response to the deadly flooding in Kentucky, Governor Gavin Newsom has authorized the deployment of four incident support team (IST) personnel to assist in ongoing response and recovery efforts. These personnel will provide critical support to...
Progress Continues in Support of Students, Schools
As of February 14,, students from eight schools that were damaged or destroyed by the Eaton and Palisades fires have resumed instruction in-person or online. In accordance with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-6-25, the Interagency Schools Task...
Flood After Fire and Secondary Disasters
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...
Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Santa Cruz recover from destructive winter storms
Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Santa Cruz recover from destructive winter storms SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for Santa Cruz County to assist in recovery from the December 2024...
Cal OES’s Watershed and Debris Flow Task Force Places 630,250 Feet of Protection Materials as Incoming Storm Threatens Eaton and Palisades Burn Scars
LOS ANGELES, CA – As heavy rains threaten Eaton and Palisades burn scar areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Watershed and Debris Flow Task Force has proactively placed 630,250 feet of critical watershed...
Be Prepared for Flooding and Mudslides
With wet weather forecasted in the coming days, heavy rain is expected in Del Norte County in the far northwestern part of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds all Californians to be prepared. In...
As Atmospheric River Moves Across State, Cal OES Prepositions Additional Fire and Rescue Personnel and Equipment
*LA ACTUALIZACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL LA ENCONTRÁS DESPUÉS DE LA VERSIÓN EN INGLÉS As another round of winter weather is expected to impact many parts of California with potentially heavy rain and an increased risk of flooding, the California Governor's...
Ahead of Another Winter Storm, Cal OES Prepositions Fire and Rescue Personnel Statewide
*LA ACTUALIZACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL LA ENCONTRÁS DESPUÉS DE LA VERSIÓN EN INGLÉS As another round of winter weather is expected to impact many parts of California with potentially heavy rain and an increased risk of flooding, the California Governor's...
Be Prepared for Mudslides and Debris Flows in Burn Scar Areas
As the state braces for wet weather arriving this week, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is reminding people about the dangers of mudslides and debris flows in burn scar areas. The National Weather Service is...