Latest news and updates from Cal OES

Cal OES Hosts Applicants’ Briefings for Government Entities Seeking January Firestorm Financial Assistance
Cal OES will host a series of Public Assistance Applicants’ Briefings beginning Monday, February 24, to help potential applicants navigate requirements. The Public Assistance program provides financial assistance to government entities to help repair, replace or...

Governor Newsom Approves Aid to Kentucky Following Devastating Floods
In response to the deadly flooding in Kentucky, Governor Gavin Newsom has authorized the deployment of four incident support team (IST) personnel to assist in ongoing response and recovery efforts. These personnel will provide critical support to local and state...

Progress Continues in Support of Students, Schools
As of February 14,, students from eight schools that were damaged or destroyed by the Eaton and Palisades fires have resumed instruction in-person or online. In accordance with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-6-25, the Interagency Schools Task Force worked to...

Flood After Fire and Secondary Disasters
During heavy rain events, stay vigilant in burn scar areas The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is geared up to address any potential hazards, such as mudslides, debris flows and other incidents triggered by excessive precipitation. The...

Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Santa Cruz recover from destructive winter storms
Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Santa Cruz recover from destructive winter storms SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for Santa Cruz County to assist in recovery from the December 2024 winter storm that...