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Natural Disaster Charity Can Also Lead to Fraud and Scams
When disasters occur, there are many steps survivors need to take to get back on the road to recovery. During that time, it is common to find people who want to take advantage of survivors by posing as disaster aid workers, insurance representatives or as relatives...

Be Disaster Ready at Work
Disasters can strike anytime and anywhere, even while you are at work. As we recognize Emergency Preparedness Month this September, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages you to think ahead about emergency preparedness, especially...

Be Disaster-Ready on the Go
Whether you’re at home or out and about, a disaster can strike anywhere at any moment. As California continues to experience more complex disasters, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you to be ready. It’s important to have supplies...

Summer Leaves, Fall Approaches: Wildfire Threats Remain
As temperatures cool down and we approach the end of summer, it’s important to remain prepared for peak wildfire season in California. Some of the largest, deadliest and most destructive fires have occurred during the fall months in recent history. (2020 - Creek...

Honoring Wildfire Recovery Anniversary in Butte County
As the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to recognize Emergency Preparedness Month, Cal OES would like to take a moment to reflect on the North Complex Fire and the recovery efforts for the small towns of Berry Creek and Feather...