Latest news and updates from Cal OES
Know the Difference: What Evacuation Warnings and Orders Mean
As a significant series of storms continue to impact parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind all Californians about the importance of being prepared. Extreme weather like heavy rainfall and snow are...
Amid Heavy Rainfall Statewide, Cal OES Prepositions Additional Flood Fighting Resources
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by March Storms 03.13.23
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local governments to provide impacted Californians with shelters and other resources. There are currently 32 shelters open across 13 counties. The total census is 608. The following...
Ahead of Next Atmospheric River Event, Cal OES Prepositions Flood Fighting Resources
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
Governor Newsom Expands Storm State of Emergency to Six Additional Counties
SACRAMENTO -- Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency to support storm response and relief efforts in six additional counties: Calaveras, Del Norte, Glenn, Kings, San Benito and San Joaquin. At Governor Newsom’s request, last week President Biden...