News and updates from Cal OES
Have a Go Bag Ready When Disaster Strikes
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to prepare a go bag now so it's ready when disasters and emergencies strike. Taking a few steps now and talking with friends and loved ones will help reduce the stress caused...
California sends more search and rescue crews to Texas
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of 3 additional Urban Search and Rescue Team (US&R) members to Texas to assist with ongoing response efforts related to severe flooding impacts. A total of 42 California US&R members are now in...
Governor Newsom announces new public outreach campaign with LA Rises and launch of new AI permitting tool
LOS ANGELES – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the launch of a new public outreach campaign with LA Rises that will connect and support impacted Angelenos with key resources and share stories of community efforts to recover and rebuild for the long-term in the...
Governor Newsom urges Californians to take precautions as state endures triple digit heat, smoky conditions
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom is encouraging Californians to prepare for dangerous heat throughout California, and smoky conditions in the far northern part of the state, today through early next week. The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories in...
Stay Safe in Triple Digit Heat
With temperatures forecasted to reach triple digits, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat. Here are a few tips and considerations to stay safe from heat and reduce health risks: HAVE A HEAT PLAN...