Mutual Aid Resources Are Pivotal to Disaster Response
California is no stranger to natural disasters. From mega fires to atmospheric rivers and flooding, climate-driven disasters often involve an all-agency local, state and federal response. At the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services...
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 May 25,...
Swim Safely: Wear a Life Jacket
With warming weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds you about the importance of wearing a lifejacket when recreating in and around California’s waterways. Life Jackets in and Around Water Regardless of...
Cal OES Prepositions Resources Ahead of Flood Potential
Ahead of significant weather impacts in parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned...
New California 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 May 25,...
Listos California at Cal OES Reaches Millions of At-Risk Californians to Ensure Disaster Resilience
Partners have engaged Californians through meaningful outreach interactions SACRAMENTO – Working to continue building resilience among at-risk populations living in areas most susceptible to natural disasters, the California Governor’s Office of...
Safety in the Sun: Exercise Caution When Recreating Outside This Holiday Weekend
While we honor the brave service members who gave their lives to protect this nation, Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial start of summer and many Californians will flock to the outdoors, including local, state and federal parks. The...
Multi-Agency Wildland Preparedness Exercise in San Diego County Comes Ahead of Wildfire Season
May is Wildfire Awareness Month and agencies across the state are preparing themselves and their communities for the upcoming fire season. The California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) participated in the 20th Annual San Diego County...
Deadline Fast Approaching for Earthquake Retrofit Grant Program
To ensure Californians have the resources they need to stay safe during an earthquake, funding is available for homeowners to make much-needed earthquake preparedness retrofits to their homes. The Earthquake Soft-Story Retrofit Grant Program is...
5-19-23 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 May 19, 2023:
California’s Sleeping Giants: How Cal OES Monitors Local Volcanos
On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted at 9:15 a.m., not only spewing clouds filled with ash, but also claiming the lives of dozens of people. More than 40 years later, this anniversary is a reminder of what the California Governor’s Office of...
Cal OES Approves Nearly $11.7 Million in California Disaster Assistance Act Funding to Help Mariposa County Cover Costs of Removing Hazardous Debris Generated by Oak Fire
SACRAMENTO -- The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the approval of nearly $11.7 million in California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding to help the County of Mariposa cover the costs of removing...
Cal OES Announces Approval of California Disaster Assistance Act Funds and Administrative Fees to Help the Placer County Water Agency Cover December 2021 Storm Costs
SACRAMENTO -- The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the approval of more than $751,000 in Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding to help the Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) cover eligible costs related...
Disaster Recovery Center Open in Mono County to Assist Those Impacted by Feb/March Storms
In partnership with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Small Business Administration (SBA), and other state partners, Mono County is hosting Disaster Recovery...
Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order to Support Ongoing Central Valley Flood Response
WHAT TO KNOW: Amid ongoing flood impacts in the Central Valley, the state is extending flood diversion flexibilities implemented for the Tulare Lake Basin to the San Joaquin River Basin as the latter faces increased flood risks due to snowmelt....