On October 17, 1989, a devastating earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay Area, leaving behind a trail of destruction and despair. The Loma Prieta earthquake, a 6.9 magnitude, was a reminder of the region's seismic activity. However, in the face of this tragedy, the...

Southern California got the taste of Santa Ana winds this week, but there’s more where that comes from. The seasonal winds typically blow in from October to December, bringing with them an amplified wildfire risk. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services...

Continuing to work to protect California communities from violence, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is now accepting California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) applications. The CSNSGP provides grants for physical...

Friday the 13th is known to be an unlucky day for most people. Walking under ladders, breaking mirrors or crossing paths with a black cat have been associated with bad luck. But what’s worse than bad luck - not being prepared for when the next disaster strikes....

California will experience an annular solar eclipse on Saturday, October 14, 2023. The eclipse, called a ring of fire, will be visible in the most northeastern corner of the state, while the rest of the state will see a partial eclipse. Solar eclipses are remarkable...