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Wildfire Debris Removal Begins in Plumas County
With most properties in Plumas County cleared of household hazardous waste, today the state is starting wildfire debris removal as part of California’s Consolidated Debris Removal Program. The program, administered by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency...

Programa “Earthquake Brace and Bolt”
Hace unos días tuvo lugar el simulacro del Gran Sismo, un evento de concientización y preparación, principalmente para los californianos, ya que en el Estado Dorado se concentra el índice más alto de riesgo de que ocurra un sismo. Aunado a ello, en California la...

Emergency Food Benefits Available for Eligible Wildfire Survivors
If you live or work in an area impacted by 2021 wildfires, you may be eligible for Disaster CalFresh emergency food benefits from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS). Disaster CalFresh helps with the food needs of people after a flood, fire,...

80% of Participating Properties in 2020 Wildfire Debris Removal Can Begin Permitting Process for Reconstruction
3,600+ properties returned after completing entire debris removal process Even as debris removal on this year’s fires is underway, more than 80 percent of properties participating in the state’s debris removal program can now begin reconstruction. Administered by the...

Funds to Strengthen Your Foundation: Register for the Earthquake Brace + Bolt Grant Program
There is more than a 99% chance of one or more magnitude 6.7 or greater earthquakes striking California. While there is a 75% chance of one or more magnitude 7.0 or greater earthquakes striking Southern California alone. California has a history of destructive...