Latest news and updates from Cal OES
Governor Newsom Proclaims Wildfire Preparedness Week
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring May 1-7, 2022, as “Wildfire Preparedness Week” in the State of California. The text of the proclamation can be found here and a copy is below:
Wildfire Ready: Cal OES Fire Fleet of More Than 270 Fire Engines Ready to be Used in Times of Need
As California’s lead emergency management agency, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is on the frontlines in coordinating disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts statewide. “As we enter into this wildfire season, Cal OES is...
Recovery Update: Over 90% of Debris Removed from Properties Affected by 2021 Statewide Wildfires
Survivors Participating in State Program Inch Closer to Getting Back on Property SACRAMENTO — Marking another important milestone in helping Californians rebuild and recover after last year’s record-breaking wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency...
California Deploys Firefighting Resources to New Mexico in Response to Wildfires (UPDATED)
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) announced the deployment of firefighting resources to New Mexico in response to ongoing statewide wildfires. One Type III Cal OES strike team departed on April 30 and arrived in Santa Fe, New Mexico on...
It’s Just a Drill: Emergency Responders to Participate in Training Exercise in Sonoma County
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), California National Guard, and first responders from agencies across the state will be conducting a training exercise at Sonoma Developmental Center on Friday, April 29 to Saturday, April 30 from 8 a.m....