California Prepositions Resources in Del Norte and San Luis Obispo Counties Ahead of Potential Tsunami Impacts
SACRAMENTO – The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today approved the prepositioning of firefighting and swift water rescue resources in Del Norte and San Luis Obispo counties in response to a tsunami forecasted to impact...
California pre-deploys resources in Plumas, Nevada, and Sierra counties ahead of critical fire weather conditions
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today approved the prepositioning of firefighting resources in Plumas, Nevada, and Sierra counties in response to critical fire weather conditions forecasted to impact the area starting Wednesday, July 30, through...
Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation for storm-impacted counties
SACRAMENTO – Reinforcing the state’s commitment to helping every Californian recover — no matter a community’s politics — Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for the counties of Humboldt, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Shasta,...
FEMA Support Ends as Disaster Case Management Program Continues at One Stop Rebuilding Center
*El artículo en español lo puede encontrar tras la versión en inglés LOS ANGELES – As the demand for in-person services has decreased over time, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) in-person presence will end at 5 p.m. July 31, 2025,...
California predeploys resources in Nevada, Plumas, and Sierra counties ahead of critical fire weather conditions
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today approved the predeployment of firefighting resources in Nevada, Sierra, and Plumas counties in response to critical fire weather conditions forecasted to impact Northern California starting Wednesday, July...
California prepositions resources in Plumas and Sierra Counties ahead of critical fire weather conditions
SACRAMENTO - Governor Gavin Newsom has approved the prepositioning of firefighting resources in Sierra and Plumas counties in response to critical fire weather conditions forecasted to impact Northern California starting Sunday, July 20, through...
Continued Temporary Housing Assistance
If you received rental assistance from FEMA and require further rental assistance while working toward your permanent housing plan, we encourage you to stay in touch with FEMA. Continued Temporary Housing Assistance (CTHA) may be available for...
Have a Go Bag Ready When Disaster Strikes
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to prepare a go bag now so it's ready when disasters and emergencies strike. Taking a few steps now and talking with friends and loved ones will help...
California sends more search and rescue crews to Texas
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of 3 additional Urban Search and Rescue Team (US&R) members to Texas to assist with ongoing response efforts related to severe flooding impacts. A total of 42 California US&R...
Governor Newsom announces new public outreach campaign with LA Rises and launch of new AI permitting tool
LOS ANGELES – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the launch of a new public outreach campaign with LA Rises that will connect and support impacted Angelenos with key resources and share stories of community efforts to recover and rebuild for...
Governor Newsom urges Californians to take precautions as state endures triple digit heat, smoky conditions
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom is encouraging Californians to prepare for dangerous heat throughout California, and smoky conditions in the far northern part of the state, today through early next week. The National Weather Service has issued...
Stay Safe in Triple Digit Heat
With temperatures forecasted to reach triple digits, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat. Here are a few tips and considerations to stay safe from heat and reduce health...
Governor Newsom announces additional crews to assist Texas search and rescue operations
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of an additional 18 highly skilled Urban Search and Rescue Team members to Texas to assist with ongoing response efforts related to severe flooding impacts. The deployment includes a...
Governor Newsom announces deployment of urban search and rescue task force teams to Texas
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of skilled Urban Search and Rescue Team members to Texas to assist with ongoing response efforts related to severe flooding impacts....
Six Months After LA Fires, Rapid Recovery Continues
Six months after the Eaton and Palisades fires in Los Angeles County, the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is joining its local, state, and federal partners to highlight the historic wildfire response and recovery across the...