Latest news and updates from Cal OES

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm 1.13.23
There are currently 26 congregate shelters open across 10 counties. The total census is 682. The following emergency shelters are open as of January 13, 2023, 0700 hours: COUNTY SHELTER NAME ADDRESS CENSUS Amador Evelyn Bishop Hall 701 CA-124 Ione, CA 95640 0...

Tax Relief for Californians Impacted by Storms
Californians impacted by winter storms are now eligible to claim a deduction for a disaster loss and will have more time to file their taxes. “Whether it’s more time to file your taxes or getting a deduction, this tax relief will support Californians who have been...

Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Resources, Personnel in 8 Counties Across Central, Northern California as Winter Storm Resumes
With more rain and snow in the forecast, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is prepositioning swift water rescue resources and firefighting personnel across eight counties in central and northern California, including Monterey, Sonoma,...

Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Winter Storm 1.12.23
There are currently 25 congregate shelters open across 9 counties. The following emergency shelters are open as of January 12, 2023, 0700 hours: COUNTY SHELTER NAME ADDRESS Merced Atwater City Community Center 760 E Bellevue Rd, Atwater CA 95301 Merced Los...

Cal OES Prepositions Swift Water Resources, Firefighting Personnel Ahead of Another Significant Storm
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is strategically prepositioning swift water resources and firefighting personnel statewide as a series of severe winter storms continue to impact California. Resources are currently deployed to 19...