News and updates from Cal OES
Online Consumer Safety Tips
As California’s Homeland Security Agency, the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to encourage all Californians to remain vigilant when sharing confidential personal information online. Personal information includes, but is not limited, your name,...
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Matthew Brown, Associate Governmental Program Analyst, Infrastructure Protection Grants
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in our state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each...
STORM SEASON SAFETY: Take Steps Now to Prepare Before the Storm Arrives
As communities prepare for another round of winter storms, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local, state and federal partners to ensure the state is prepared for impacts and ready to respond to communities in need....
Storm Season Safety: Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by the Storms
As California endures storm impacts, 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 access to shelters and vital services....
Storm Season Safety Mosquito Safety
Most recently, Southern California has seen widespread rainfall amounts of 3-6 inches, with local amounts of 7-14 inches. As a result of the rain and flooding, Southern California now has free-standing water, which could create a dangerous breeding ground for...