News and updates from Cal OES
Youth, community leaders take center stage in launch of gun safety effort
Reduce the Risk campaign educates people about the 9 protection orders available What you need to know: Governor Newsom announced a comprehensive campaign to engage youth and community leaders on the available protection orders to keep Californians...
Cal OES Honors Pride Month
Initiatives Protect and Empower Members of LGBTQIA+ Community June is Pride Month, and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) proudly recognizes LGBTQIA+ achievements, culture and continued advocacy for equality for every Californian. Through...
Governor Newsom provides eligible homeowners $20,000 through new CalAssist Mortgage Fund for California disaster survivors
What you need to know: California is launching the CalAssist Mortgage Fund on June 12, 2025, to provide $105 million in grants offering up to $20,000 to homeowners whose homes were destroyed in recent disasters, including the Los Angeles firestorms. LOS ANGELES —...
FEMA and SBA Resources Available at Locally Run Survivor Support Locations
*El artículo en español lo puede encontrar tras la versión en inglés LOS ANGELES – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Small Business Administration (SBA) have transitioned in person resources for wildfire survivors to county and city run facilities....
Ready for the summer: Governor Newsom announces lifesaving heat-ranking tool, invests $32 million to help communities combat extreme heat
What you need to know: California is launching CalHeatScore – a groundbreaking tool to help protect vulnerable populations from dangerous heatwaves. The state’s new tool provides localized warnings and resources for extreme heat events. Governor Newsom is also...