Latest news and updates from Cal OES

Cal OES Seeks Health Professional to Join Children’s Justice Act Program Task Force
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is looking to fill a Health Representative vacancy on the Children’s Justice Act Program (CJA) Task Force. Although this position is not paid, this health care professional would sit on the...

Cal OES Launches Website Redesign with Upgrades, New Content
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has redesigned its website with the public in mind. On July 20, the Cal OES main website is relaunching with an updated modern public facing site and new upgrades focusing on providing the public with...

Supporting Neighboring States with EMAC Mutual Aid Resources Pivotal to Disaster Response
Navigating disaster response has never been more challenging. Historic wildfires, flooding, and climate-driven disasters are spreading resources thin across the country. The mutual aid system is the backbone of emergency management, and moving resources throughout the...

California Announces New Details on Efforts to Promote Nation-Leading Red Flag Laws
SACRAMENTO – In the wake of recent mass shootings across the nation, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) announced $11 million in new community partnerships to expand outreach and education on the use of Gun Violence Restraining Orders –...

Swift Water Safety: Take Precautions to Keep Your Family Safe Near Local Waterways
As the weather warms up following heavy snowfall in the mountains, many local lakes, river and streams could see above average water levels this spring and summer. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind all Californians about...