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Stay Safe When Planning Outdoor Activities This Week
Summer might be winding down, but the California heat is not. Excessive heat warnings have been issued through the end of the week in several counties across the state from and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind you about...

Heat Safety Considerations for People with Access and Functional Needs
As temperatures continue to increase, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat this summer. Some populations are at a higher risk for heat related illnesses, including people with access and functional...

Fin de semana feriado del día del trabajo
Aunque el verano termina oficialmente hasta el 22 de septiembre, el fin de semana feriado del día del trabajo se conoce también como el último fin de semana del verano, porque los estudiantes ya regresaron a clase y es el momento que muchos aprovechan para visitar...

Be safe during Labor Day Weekend
As Californians enter the Labor Day weekend, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is inviting families to be safe outdoors. Plan before leaving for your adventure, know the route you’re going to take and how long you plan to be gone. Tell...

What Are P-Waves and S-Waves?
California is known for its diverse and stunning landscapes, and it’s also known for its variety of natural disasters like earthquakes. Have you ever felt the ground shake during an earthquake? When there is an earthquake, different kinds of waves are produced, and...