Stay Cool, Stay Safe: Crucial Steps for Children’s Water Safety
With warmer temperatures encroaching, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds Californians to prioritize children’s swimming safety. Keep in mind these safety tips when children are swimming: Watch kids when they...
Cal OES Announces Approval of More than $583,000 in CDAA Funding to Help Placer County Cover December 2021 Winter Storms Response Costs
SACRAMENTO -- The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the approval last month of $583,456.50 in California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding to help Placer County cover eligible costs of clearing...
Cal OES Announces Approval of Nearly $582,639 in CDAA Funds to Help Inyo County Cover the Cost of Pine Creek Bridge Replacement and Slope Protection Measures
SACRAMENTO -- The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the approval in late May of $582,639 in California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding to help Inyo County cover eligible costs related to the...
New Counties Added to the 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 several counties to the Presidential Major Disaster Declaration. On June 9, Federal...
Stay Safe this 4th of July
As Californians enter the July 4 weekend, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is urging families to be safe outdoors. With the weather warming up following a record snowpack in the mountains, many local rivers and...
San Jose Earthquakes, Cal OES Team Up to Help Californians Stay Earthquake Safe
Enhancing California’s enduring efforts to keep communities safe from earthquakes, the San Jose Earthquakes and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) have partnered to increase preparedness for communities and businesses...
Camping Preparedness in the Summer
In recognition of June as National Camping Month, the California Governor Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants everyone to enjoy the summer months safely. Whether you’re enjoying California State Parks, local parks or federal lands, it’s...
Ahead of Increased Snowmelt, Cal OES Prepositions Swiftwater Rescue Personnel in Inyo County
With warmer temperatures expected this weekend, melting high mountain snowpack could increase flows in creeks, streams and rivers along the east slopes of the southern Sierra. To help keep Californians safe, the California Governor’s Office of...
Tulare Lake Receding Due to Coordinated Action & Favorable Weather
WHAT TO KNOW: Following months of government efforts to combat flooding, and assisted by favorable weather conditions that have slowed snowmelt, state officials released new data showing that Tulare Lake has begun receding – with state actions...
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Jennifer Coursey
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...
Mosquito Season is Here, Try These Safety Tips to Prevent Disease Transmission
As temperatures rise this summer, so does the risk for mosquitos. Some regions of California continue to be flood-impacted and freestanding water can serve as a breeding ground for mosquitos, increasing the risk for mosquito bites and...
El verano ha iniciado. Disfrute la temporada, pero hágalo de manera segura.
El 21 de junio es el inicio oficial del verano y de acuerdo al reporte del Sistema Nacional de Meteorología, las temperaturas comenzarán a aumentar paulatinamente en todo California. Con más luz y personas disfrutando al aire libre, la Oficina de...
First Day of Summer: Tips to Stay Safe as the Seasons Change
June 21 marks the official start of summer and across California, we're seeing temperatures heat up. With more sunshine and people spending more time outdoors, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind all...
Emergency Communications Academy Trains Public Information Professionals In Crisis Communications
Working to build a more resilient and prepared state, the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) partnered with the California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO) to train more than 100 communicators in disaster messaging...
Snow-Fed Rivers Make Summertime Swimming Dangerous, Deadly
The start of 2023 is shaping-up to be a tragic one for some outdoor enthusiasts, and their families. It's only June and so far, at least 28 people in California have been swept away by strong river currents. Of those, media reports that...