Cal OES Prepositions Resources in Los Angeles Area in Advance of Forecasted Fire Weather Conditions
With ongoing vigilance to quickly act to protect Californians, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is prepositioning resources in advance of forecast fire weather conditions in several Southern California counties. A...
Repopulation of evacuated neighborhoods has begun, aided by new online tools
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) announced Saturday that Los Angeles area residents looking for information about when they are allowed to return to their homes have access to new tools that easily track when...
California Requests FEMA to Activate Federal Debris Removal Program for Destroyed Los Angeles Properties
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services announced Friday it has made a direct request to FEMA to support debris removal on private properties for the Los Angeles wildfires. Debris removal will follow immediately behind the US EPA...
Replacing Personal Documents After a Natural Disaster
Wildfire survivors in California who lost important documents may need replacements to apply for services and help rebuild their lives. This guide provides links and contacts to replace these important documents—all of the organizations listed...
Governor Newsom signs executive order to jumpstart firestorm cleanup of damaged and destroyed homes
What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to allow expert federal hazmat crews to start cleaning up properties. This is a key step to getting people back to their properties safely and rebuilding. LOS ANGELES —...
Governor Newsom mobilizes L.A. debris removal teams to begin work immediately once cleared for safety
LOS ANGELES – Building on Governor Gavin Newsom’s executive order to direct fast action to clear debris, federal and state debris removal teams are pre-positioned on standby to immediately move into Los Angeles areas devastated by the...
Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by Wildfires in Southern California
As California endures wildfires fueled by high winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities have...
Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by Wildfires in Southern California
As California endures wildfires fueled by high winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities have...
Los Angeles wildfire survivors can apply for federal aid today, new website launched to help Californians
What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom announced Los Angeles area wildfire survivors are able to apply for federal assistance today. The state also launched a new website – CA.gov/LAfires – to support survivors. LOS ANGELES – Continuing the...
Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by Wildfires in Southern California
As California endures wildfires fueled by high wind activity, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities...
Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by Wildfires in Southern California
As California endures wildfires fueled by high wind activity, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities...
More than 7,500 firefighting, emergency personnel deployed to fight unprecedented Los Angeles fires
SACRAMENTO – As California rapidly responds to active, rapidly evolving wildfires in Southern California caused by dangerous winds and dry conditions, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that more than 7,500 firefighting and emergency personnel have...
Governor Newsom quickly secures Major Disaster Declaration from President Biden for Los Angeles fires
What you need to know: The Major Disaster Declaration approved today by the President supports ongoing response efforts to the Los Angeles fires. SANTA MONICA – President Biden has quickly approved Governor Gavin Newsom’s request for a Presidential...
Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by Wildfires in Los Angeles County
As California endures wildfires fueled by high wind activity, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities...
California secures federal assistance to support response to Eaton and Hurst Fires in Los Angeles County
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced late Tuesday and early Wednesday that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the availability of vital...