Latest news and updates from Cal OES
State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts
SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California's positivity rate – a key indicator of community spread – is trending upward in the 14-day average. Hospitalization rates are also trending...
SBA Amends Declaration for Civil Unrest
[Spanish version below. Versión en español a continuación.] SBA Amends Declaration for Civil Unrest Offers Disaster Assistance to Alameda County Businesses and Residents and Extends Filing Deadline to Sept. 16 SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Tanya...
New Regulations Will Help State Understand COVID-19 Impacts on California’s Diverse Communities
California Department of Public Health Takes Action to Require Better, More Timely Collection of Data on Race, Ethnicity, Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation SACRAMENTO – To better understand the impact of COVID-19 on California’s diverse communities, the...
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to California Businesses and Residents Affected by the Niland Fire
[Spanish version below. Versión en español a continuación.] SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to California businesses and residents affected by the Niland Fire that occurred June 28-29, 2020, announced Administrator Jovita...
COVID-19 Pandemic N95 Mask Distribution to California Counties
Cal OES continues its mission alongside partnering agencies to support counties across the state, responding to COVID-19. During this pandemic, Cal OES has shipped out millions of N95 masks to multiple front-line sectors. This continuous effort helps jurisdictions...