News and updates from Cal OES
California’s Homeland Security Advisor, State Superintendent Release Joint Letter Urging Review of Emergency Plans, Procedures at Schools
Following the tragic school shooting in Parkland, Fla., California's public instruction chief and its top homeland security official sent a joint message to school superintendents and emergency management officials across the state emphasizing the importance of...
California’s Homeland Security Advisor, Chancellor of Community Colleges Release Joint Letter Emphasizing Importance of Reviewing School Safety Procedures
California Community Colleges Chancellor Eloy Ortiz Oakley and California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services Director Mark Ghilarducci today released a joint letter to campuses and emergency management officials across the state emphasizing the importance of...
Podcast #40: Chief Larry Collins on Haiti, Japan, Northridge and Loma Prieta Earthquakes and the Evolution of US&R
In this episode, we talk with Deputy Chief Larry Collins, who is the Cal OES Fire and Rescue Deputy Fire Chief of the Special Operations and Hazardous Material Unit. He oversees the State Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) Response Program which includes response,...
One Month Recovery Update for Southern California
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – It’s been one month since FEMA’s Individual Assistance program was approved for Southern Californians in Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles and San Diego counties. Here’s an update on recovery numbers as of close of business Feb. 14: • 582...