Latest news and updates from Cal OES

2024 Presidential Primary Election Security
With voting in the March 5 Presidential Primary now underway, the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working closely with local, state and federal partners to support a secure and safe election. Through the department’s role as the state Homeland...

Governor Newsom Launches First-of-its-Kind Woman-Focused Resiliency Initiative Listas Campaign
Women’s History Month focuses on empowering women to continue leading in disaster preparedness, response and recovery SACRAMENTO – Recognizing the crucial role women play as changemakers and leaders, Governor Gavin Newsom today launched Listas, a campaign to empower...

Storm Season Safety
As cooler, wetter months bring new interrelated challenges to our state, like floods, wind, power outages, mudslides, deep snow and cold temperatures, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking action to protect our communities. While...

Storm Season Safety: Preparing Your Car Before the Storm Hits
As winter weather begins to hit California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to make sure they are storm ready. During storm season, heavy rains and snow can lead to dangerous road conditions, especially if...

As a Winter Storm Moves Across California, Cal OES Prepositions Fire Personnel and Equipment
As another winter storm makes its way across California, with the potential to bring rain and dangerous mountain conditions, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to keep people safe and has strategically...