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California deploys resources to support Arizona and Puerto Rico facing multiple hazards
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of multiple personnel to Arizona and Puerto Rico in response to multiple hazards. This deployment includes two logistics experts from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) to...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Nic Luncsford, Senior Emergency Services Coordinator, Situation Cell
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each...
Federal Assistance Now Available: SBA Offering Low Interest Disaster Loans for TCU September Lightning Complex Fire
Federal assistance is now available for survivors of the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire. Low interest disaster loans are now available to California businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the fires from September...
Trump’s shutdown leaves California disaster readiness in jeopardy
SACRAMENTO — With the federal government shut down by Trump and Republicans, Governor Gavin Newsom today highlighted one impact that could threaten the safety of communities across the state: disaster preparedness, response and recovery. As of this morning, the Trump...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Building a Cyber Secure California
Data breaches, malware, phishing, and social engineering are not just words, but examples of cyber threats that could compromise vital services fundamental to our daily lives. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), along with its California...