Latest news and updates from Cal OES

BBQ Safety this Holidays Weekend
Labor Day is time to remember and celebrate the men and women who fought for workers’ rights in the United States. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like everyone to honor and celebrate safely this Labor Day weekend. Labor Day this...

Local Assistance Center Open in San Bernardino County to Assist Those Impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary
In partnership with San Bernardino County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened a Local Assistance Center (LAC) in Yucaipa. LACs are activated following disasters to support survivors and businesses suffering disaster-related...

What to Know During a Drinking Water Emergency
In times of unexpected drinking water emergencies, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages everyone to be well-informed to safeguard the health of yourself and your loved ones. Understanding Unsafe Water Notices Unsafe Water...

Centro comunitario de Planada reabrió sus puertas
El estado de California enfrentó una serie de Ríos atmosféricos durante los primeros meses del 2023, y el 27 de enero una de las poblaciones más afectadas en el Condado de Merced, sería la comunidad de Planada. La intensa lluvia provocaría inundaciones y dañaría...

It’s Time to Prep: Get You and Your Family Ready for the Next Disaster
California is no stranger to disasters of all kinds that can strike at any time and because of that, it’s important to be prepared for anything. With National Preparedness Month quickly approaching, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)...