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With Rain in the Forecast, Cal OES Prepositions Resources Across California
With the potential for heavy rainfall and flooding throughout many parts of Northern California and rain forecasted for Southern California, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical resources including...
Where You Can Find Sandbags in Your County
As a series of storms move through northern California, Cal OES continues to monitor the weather around the clock for possible impacts to communities and reminds all Californians to stay prepared for possible flooding. Sandbags can reduce the risk of damage to...
Los Angeles County Disaster Recovery Centers Are Open for Hurricane-Force Firestorm Survivors
California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the County of Los Angeles along with other state and local partners, have opened Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in Los Angeles County. California has...
Cal OES Prepositioned Resources as Atmospheric River Continues into Northern California
As an atmospheric river continues to move into Northern California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to keep people safe and has strategically prepositioned swift water rescue teams and local Government...
California readies for incoming winter storm: Governor Newsom pre-deploys resources to protect communities
SACRAMENTO – With an atmospheric river expected to arrive in Northern California this weekend, California is pre-deploying resources – including thousands of personnel – to help protect communities from storm impacts. Governor Gavin Newsom has directed the Governor’s...