Latest news and updates from Cal OES

Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by Wildfires
As California endures persistent wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities have access to shelters and vital...

Heat Safety Considerations for People with Access and Functional Needs
Temperatures are hitting triple digits again and the 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...

Governor Newsom announces deployment of a specialized team to support Georgia ahead of Tropical Storm Debby
SACRAMENTO – As Tropical Storm Debby makes its way toward Georgia, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of a specialized team from California to assist in staffing a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Support Team. In close...

Safety Tips to Prepare For Heat
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like you to follow a few important steps to keep yourself, your loved ones, neighbors and pets safe during high heat. DURING HIGH HEAT Avoid strenuous activity and direct exposure to the sun during...

With Unsettled Weather in the Forecast, Cal OES Prepositions Firefighting Personnel and Equipment
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in...