Lower elevation snow return to California (Se esperan nevadas en diferentes zonas de California)
As California continues to recover from ongoing weather impacts from recent storms, there’s a possibility of ongoing cold weather impacts in mountain communities. According to the National Weather Service, the state will see lower snow levels...
Federal Assistance Requested for January Storms – What San Diego County Communities Can Expect
As the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) works to help get California communities on the road to recovery following the recent series of record-setting wet weather, Governor Gavin Newsom is requesting federal support from...
California Mounts All-In Response to February 2024 Storm
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) mounted an all-in mission alongside partner agencies to comprise one of the largest-ever statewide prepositioning of resources and support local communities in response to the...
Working to Keep Communities Safe, Cal OES Prepositions Fire Personnel in San Diego County
With lingering storm impacts following a powerful atmospheric river system, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to keep people safe and has strategically prepositioned fire personnel in San...
STORM SEASON SAFETY: Warming Centers 02.08.2024
As significant winter weather impacted much of California with multiple rounds of rain, heavy snow, freezing temperatures and gusty winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to coordinate with local...
Storm Season Safety: Driving After a Storm
This series of storms brought historic rainfall to many counties across California. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to coordinate with state partners like CHP and Cal Trans to keep all Californians stay...
Storm Season Safety: Where to Find Sandbags 02.08.24
As a series of storms have impacted multiple California communities, lingering effects continue to be seen statewide. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and local partners are coordinating sandbag locations in impacted...
Prepositioned Resources Remain in San Diego County as State Sees Lingering Storm Impacts
With lingering storm impacts following a powerful atmospheric river system, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to keep people safe and has strategically prepositioned fire engines and...
Storm Season Safety: Planning Your Route
This series of storms brought historic rainfall to many counties across California. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to coordinate with state partners like CHP and Cal Trans to keep all Californians stay...
Cal OES Supports Californians During Landslide Emergencies as Wet Weather Continues Statewide
High-flow events can occur days, weeks or months after raining has stopped. So, if you live in an area where heavy precipitation has occurred, stay vigilant. Following extreme weather conditions that brought heavy rainfall to California this...
Governor Newsom on Winter Storms: “We’re Grateful to Our Thousands of First Responders”
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: California mobilized thousands to respond to record-breaking storms since late January which combined, have so far killed 12 people. SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom thanked first responders for their efforts over...
Storm Season Safety: During a Flood-Turn Around Don’t Drown.
Don't let the floodwaters sweep you away The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to help you remain safe while California is experiencing localized flooding this season. Since Sunday, February 4, 2024, Southern...
Governor Newsom Requests Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to Help San Diego Recover from January Storm
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Governor Newsom is requesting a Major Disaster Declaration from President Biden for San Diego County following late January’s devastating storm. SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom requested a Major Disaster Declaration...
STORM SEASON SAFETY: Driving During a Storm 02.07.24
As the state continues to face lingering showers in many areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all California drivers to make sure they are prepared for wet roads. Driving can be challenging in the...
Storm Season Safety: After a Power Outage
Following heavy rain and strong winds, many California communities faced power interruptions this week. The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to work with our partners as they work to restore power. Cal OES...