Latest news and updates from Cal OES

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by March Storms 03.30.23
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 9 shelters open across 5 counties. The total census is...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by March Storms 03.29.23
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 9 shelters open across 5 counties. The total census is...

Governor Newsom Expands Storm State of Emergency, Requests Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to Support Ongoing Response and Recovery
SACRAMENTO – As California continues to deploy personnel and resources to protect communities and support recovery efforts amid ongoing severe storms, Governor Gavin Newsom today requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to bolster the emergency response and...

Local Assistance Center to Open to Assist Monterey County Residents Impacted by Spring Storms
In partnership with Monterey County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is opening a Local Assistance Center (LAC) in Watsonville. LACs are activated following major disasters to support survivors and businesses suffering disaster-related...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by March Storms 03.28.23
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 10 shelters open across 5 counties. The total census is...