Latest news and updates from Cal OES

Earthquake Simulator Tour to Stop in Six California Cities in Advance of Statewide Earthquake Preparedness Day
Public invited to learn from experts and experience an earthquake simulator MATHER – Building upon California’s leadership to implement a first-in-the-nation earthquake alert system and encouraging Californians to be earthquake prepared, the California...

Hazard Tree Assessments Underway in Mariposa County Following Devastating Oak Fire
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), in coordination with local partners and contracted debris removal crews, continues to make quick work of clearing remnants left in the wake of the 2022 wildfires. This week, in Mariposa County,...

Recovery Work Begins in Placer County Following Mosquito Fire
Following the destructive Mosquito Fire in Placer and El Dorado counties, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is leading the effort amongst state and local partners to begin the first step to recovery in Placer County. The California...

California Takes Action To Combat Illicit Cannabis Grow, Transnational Criminal Organizations
New multi-agency enforcement task force is working to disrupt the illegal market, while increasing efforts to support entrepreneurs and businesses in the legal cannabis market SACRAMENTO – Taking aggressive action to protect communities, consumers, and the environment...

California Sends Additional Resources to Florida to Assist with Hurricane Ian Recovery Efforts
Cal OES Deploys Six Urban Search and Rescue Canine Search Teams State Emergency Management and Mass Care Specialists Remain in Florida to Aid in Cleanup Efforts SACRAMENTO – As Florida residents grapple with a rising death toll, and widespread destruction and flooding...