Latest news and updates from Cal OES
New International Collaborative Focuses on Effective Public Communication During a Crisis
California has not been alone in feeling the intense effects of global climate change. In recent years, wildfires have captured the headlines and the record books across the Western United States, as well as in the Southern Hemisphere. In 2016-17 alone, Chileans saw a...
Governor Newsom Signs Bills to Enhance Wildfire Mitigation, Preparedness and Response Efforts
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a series of bills aimed at improving California’s wildfire prevention, mitigation and response efforts and continuing progress toward our clean energy goals. The 22 bills cover various areas for a comprehensive approach to these...
Christina Curry Named Acting Chief Deputy Director
Today, Deputy Director Christina Curry, who has served the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services in a variety roles for nearly three decades, was appointed as acting Chief Deputy Director, announced Cal OES Director Mark Ghilarducci. Curry has served with...
Cal OES Assistant Chief Presented With Lifetime Achievement Award
Cal OES Assistant Chief Charles “Chuck” Tobias was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Continuing Challenge Hazardous Materials Workshop in Sacramento this week. “It’s really quite an honor", said Tobias. "To be recognized by your peers after 38-years...
Governor Newsom Announces Two Innovative Contracts for Wildfire Prevention and Response
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the selection of the first two contracts for the Wildfire Innovation Sprint, which were the result of an executive order signed by the Governor on his first full day in office on January 8, 2019. Under the executive...