Spring Storm Recovery: Mold Prevention and Safety
Following the recent flooding that has affected communities across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like to remind everyone of the steps they can take to protect themselves and their families from...
More California Counties Added to Presidential Major Disaster Declaration
As the state continues its efforts to support communities impacted by recent storms, the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) announces the addition of counties to the Presidential Major Disaster Declaration. On May 2, Federal...
California reconoce el mes de concientización sobre incendios forestales. Destaca la importancia de estar preparados
Aunque ha sido mucha la lluvia registrada en California desde finales del 2022, ello no significa que el riesgo de enfrentar incendios forestales se haya desvanecido en el estado dorado. Por ello, es importante que, durante la semana del 1 al 5 de...
State Recognizes Wildfire Awareness Month, Emphasizes Importance of Being Ready
As climate change contributes to more frequent and intense disasters, including wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind all Californians about the importance of always being prepared. As the state...
4-27-23 California Continues its All-In Mission to the 2023 Storms
California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues its all-in mission alongside partner agencies to support local communities in response to the 2023 Storm. Here are the latest numbers as of April 27, 2023:
Semana de Preparación contra incendios en California
Como la agencia líder en el manejo de emergencias en el estado, Cal OES responde a diferentes tipos de emergencias y desastres naturales en todo California, incluyendo los incendios forestales. Y durante la semana de preparación contra incendios,...
Wildfire Preparedness Week: California Prepares for Wildfire Season
As the state’s lead emergency management agency, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) responds to a variety of emergencies and disasters throughout the state, including wildfires. As California recognizes Wildfire...
California Continues its All-In Mission to Recover from the 2023 February and March Storms
California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues its all-in mission alongside partner agencies to support recovery efforts of local communities to the 2023 February and March Storms. Here are the latest numbers as of April 27,...
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in San Bernardino County to Assist Mountain Communities Impacted by Feb/March Storms (English and Spanish)
The California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is partnering with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Small Business Administration (SBA), and San Bernardino County to host a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Twin Peaks to...
Drop, Cover and Hold On…
As California’s lead emergency management agency, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) coordinates with local, state, and federal partners in all hazard’s response after an emergency – like an earthquake. Cal OES and its...
Earthquakes in Everyday Spaces
As April is Earthquake Preparedness Month comes to a close, it’s important to remember that not all emergencies happen at home. In particular, earthquakes can happen at any time, so the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)...
State to Mobilize Flood Outreach Effort to One Million Californians
Governor Newsom Announces Multi-Language, People-Powered Pilot Program to Engage Over 1 Million People in Flood-Threatened Communities This adds to the all-in state effort to help communities on the ground following extreme storms SACRAMENTO...
Governor Newsom Surveys Tulare Basin Flooding, Highlights State Support for Ongoing Planning and Response
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Governor Newsom visited the Tulare Basin to see flooding impacts firsthand, meet with community leaders, and emphasize the state’s commitment to supporting and providing appropriate assistance to the counties impacted by...
Mes de preparación contra sismos
La Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California, les recuerda la importancia de siempre estar preparados para la próxima emergencia, especialmente si se trata de un sismo. Existen muchos recursos disponibles para que los...
Cal OES Recognizes 2023 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Continuing to assist survivors of crime and supporting local organizations in the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) recognizes April 23rd through 29th as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. This year's NCVRW...