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Cal OES Kicks Off Annual Great California ShakeOut with Earthquake Awareness Tour
MATHER, CA – Building upon California’s first-in-the-nation earthquake early warning system, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is launching a statewide, seven-stop tour beginning this week as part of the Great California ShakeOut. The...
California Debris Removal Team Returns Home from Maui Wildfire Deployment
In a display of interstate cooperation, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has effectively wrapped up the intricate planning phase of an unprecedented debris removal operation following the historic wildfires that impacted Maui in August...
Building an Emergency Kit for Your Vehicle
Traveling on the roadways during winter weather can be dangerous. Unexpected weather changes or other hazards can delay or prevent you from reaching your destination. Here are a few tips to make sure you always emergency supplies before setting off for a long drive....
Cal OES’ Seismic Safety Commission to Meet in Sacramento on October 12
Bringing together seismic experts and state leaders, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) through the Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission is meeting on Thursday, October 12 in Sacramento. What: Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety...
USDA Grant Available to Help Rebuild California’s Rural Communities
A new federal grant program is now available to help rural communities affected by disasters to rebuild and recover. Cal OES partnered with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help Californians access Single Family Housing Rural Disaster Home Repair...