Latest news and updates from Cal OES
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Robyn Fennig
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 California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each...
Cal OES announces the release of the 2023 State Hazard Mitigation Plan
Detailing California’s historical and current hazards and identifying strategies and actions to address those hazards, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) announces the release of the 2023 State Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan is updated...
Cal OES Announces Approval of More than $1.4 million in CDAA Funds to Help Butte County Cover Non-Federal Share of Repairs to Highways Caused by Camp Fire, February 2017 Storms
SACRAMENTO -- The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the recent payments totaling $1,423,317 in California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding to help Butte County cover costs related to the repair of highways damaged in...
Molten Monitoring: How Cal OES Tracks Local Volcanos
While often overshadowed by the seismic activity associated with fault lines, California is home to several volcanos that demand careful monitoring. The California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) plays a crucial role in keeping a watchful eye on these dormant...
With the Return of Santa Ana Winds, Cal OES Prepositions Critical Firefighting Resources
Working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in several counties to be able to respond if needed. The...