Latest news and updates from Cal OES
Central Valley Preparedness: Re-visiting Lake Tulare
https://youtu.be/_becKhqTBP0 Earlier this year, amidst the aftermath of over a dozen atmospheric rivers, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) was assessing damages and coordinating recovery efforts across the state. Last April, we toured...

Southern California Sees Rainfall, Flooding With First Major December Storm
Southern California is getting its first major storm since November, including heavy rainfall, high elevation snow, scattered thunderstorms, gusty winds, and flooding in some areas. As the storm moves through the southern part of the state, the California Office of...

Shelter Available for Residents Impacted by Late December Storms
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 0 shelters open as of December 22, 2023. County...

As Rain Returns to Parts of California, Cal OES Prepositions Fire Engines and Personnel
Working proactively in response to incoming winter weather in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned fire engines and personnel in multiple counties to be able to respond if needed. The...

Listos California Launches Readiness Campaign Ahead of Storm Season
Cal OES initiative outlines comprehensive outreach and communications efforts to save lives this winter SACRAMENTO – Working diligently to keep Californians safe this storm season, California is taking action to protect its communities by announcing an in-depth effort...