Latest news and updates from Cal OES

Two Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Santa Cruz County to Assist Those Impacted by February and March Storms
In partnership with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Small Business Administration (SBA), and other state partners, Monterey and Santa Cruz County are hosting two Disaster Recovery...

Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Chue Thao
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each...

California Secures Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to Support Storm Response and Recovery
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the White House has approved California’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to further support the state’s all-of-government emergency response and recovery efforts amid severe storm impacts...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by March Storms 04.03.23
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 7 shelters open across 4 counties. The total census is...

Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order to Support Tulare Lake Basin Flood Response
WHAT TO KNOW: As a result of the historic storms California experienced this winter and spring, the Tulare Lake Basin is facing significant flooding, which will worsen as the snowpack melts in coming months. The executive order streamlines state preparation, response...