Attorney General Bonta Warns Against Hiring Unlicensed Contractors in Aftermath of Winter Storms
Reminds Californians that price gouging restrictions remain in effect. OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued a consumer alert warning Californians to beware of fake and unlicensed contractors soliciting their services to...
Winter Storm Recovery: How to Protect Your Family from Mold Exposure
Following the recent storms and flooding that have 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...
Disaster Unemployment Assistance has been Approved for Those Impacted by Damaging Winter Storms
Benefits available to affected individuals in seven counties. SACRAMENTO – Californians in Sacramento, Merced, Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and San Joaquin counties who have been impacted by the severe winter storms,...
More than Eighty Percent of Siskiyou County Properties Affected by Mountain, McKinney, and Mill Fires Cleared of Wildfire Debris
SACRAMENTO – Continuing the state's commitment to help communities affected by last year's wildfires in their recovery, crews have reached a major milestone in the effort to remove eligible debris generated by the Mountain, McKinney, and Mill fires...
Disaster Recovery Center Open in San Luis Obispo County to Assist Those Impacted by Winter Storms
In partnership with San Luis Obispo County and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on Tuesday, January 24th. The DRC offers...
Cal OES Partners with US Air Force for Weather Data Reconnissance Mission
During a 9-hour flight, a team from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), witnessed the incredible work done by the crew of the 530 Weather Reconnissance Squadron. Flying a specially outfitted WC-130J, this team of...
Additional Disaster Recovery Center Open in Santa Cruz County to Assist Those Impacted by Winter Storms
In partnership with Santa Cruz County and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). The DRC will offer information on available...
Local Assistance Center Now Open in Monterey County to Support Those Impacted by Winter Storms
In partnership with Monterey County and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) opened a Local Assistance Center (LAC) on Saturday, January 21. LACs are activated following...
Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Santa Cruz County to Assist Those Impacted by Winter Storms
In partnership with Santa Cruz County and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) will open a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) on Saturday, January 21. The DRC will offer...
STORM SEASON SAFETY: During Rainstorm Season
As the state faces wet weather in many areas statewide the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind all residents and communities that it is essential to stay safe during increased rainfall. A much more active...
Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm 01.20.23
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has the following information on available county shelters and locations related to the current winter storm: There are currently 25 congregate shelters open across 13 counties. The...
Out-of-State Recovery Experts Arrive to California to Assist with Winter Storm Impacts
As Californians impacted by the atmospheric river system begin their road to recovery, states across the country are lending their support to California communities. As of January 19, 2023, 14 total recovery experts from eight states are providing...
Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm 01.19.23
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has the following information on available county shelters and locations related to the current winter storm: There are currently 25 congregate shelters open across 13 counties. The...
Cal OES Prepositions Swift Water, Firefighting Personnel Across State
After a series of winter storms brought heavy rain and snowfall, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is continuing to preposition swift water rescue resources and firefighting personnel statewide in preparation for...
Homeowners Urged to Hire Licensed Contractors Following Storm Damage
After a series of severe damaging storms and with more wind and rain expected to impact California, the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is reminding homeowners to use licensed contractors for any construction repairs above $500. After a...