
Cal OES Continues to Preposition Firefighting Resources and Personnel Across Northern California as Weather Continues to Impact the State
With more rain and snow affecting California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is prepositioning swift water rescue resources and firefighting personnel across central and northern California. The prepositioned...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm 1.13.23
There are currently 26 congregate shelters open across 10 counties. The total census is 682. The following emergency shelters are open as of January 13, 2023, 0700 hours: COUNTY SHELTER NAME ADDRESS CENSUS Amador Evelyn Bishop Hall 701...

Tax Relief for Californians Impacted by Storms
Californians impacted by winter storms are now eligible to claim a deduction for a disaster loss and will have more time to file their taxes. “Whether it’s more time to file your taxes or getting a deduction, this tax relief will support...

Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Resources, Personnel in 8 Counties Across Central, Northern California as Winter Storm Resumes
With more rain and snow in the forecast, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is prepositioning swift water rescue resources and firefighting personnel across eight counties in central and northern California, including...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm 1.12.23
There are currently 25 congregate shelters open across 9 counties. The following emergency shelters are open as of January 12, 2023, 0700 hours: COUNTY SHELTER NAME ADDRESS Merced Atwater City Community Center 760 E Bellevue Rd, Atwater CA...

Cal OES Prepositions Swift Water Resources, Firefighting Personnel Ahead of Another Significant Storm
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is strategically prepositioning swift water resources and firefighting personnel statewide as a series of severe winter storms continue to impact California. Resources are currently...

Help Approved for 10 Additional California Counties
News Release Help Approved for 10 Additional California Counties SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The White House announced an Amendment to the Emergency Declaration today authorizing FEMA to extend Direct Federal Assistance to 10 additional counties in...

Floodwater Safety Tips
Floodwater Safety Tips The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like to remind California communities that the state is anticipating another round of storms, with potential for additional floods and mudslides. It may...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm 1.11.23
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: As of January 11, 2023, 0700 hours: COUNTY SHELTER NAME ADDRESS Fresno...

Large-Scale Prepositioned Event Covers Dozens of Counties Statewide in Response to Ongoing Winter Storms
In one of the largest prepositioned events for a winter storm in state history, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is strategically deploying swift water resources and firefighting personnel to dozens of counties...

President Authorizes Help for Additional Counties in California
SACRAMENTO - The White House announced an Amendment to the Emergency Declaration today authorizing FEMA to extend Direct Federal Assistance to 14 additional counties in California. This provides help with emergency protective measures, authorized...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm 1.10.23
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: COUNTY SHELTER NAME ADDRESS Fresno Ted C Wills Community Center...

Cal OES Expands Prepositioning of Swift Water Resources in 24 Counties Impacted by Winter Storm
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is strategically prepositioning critical swift water resources and personnel near burn scar areas and in communities with potential for major flooding due to a relentless series of...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm
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: County Shelter Name Location Monterey King City Recreation Center...

Amid Flooding Concerns, Cal OES Reminds Californians to Prepare for Large Animal Evacuations
As a series of strong, winter storms continue to bring rain, wind, and continued flooding to many parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is reminding all Californians about the -importance of preparing...