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Cal OES’ Seismic Safety Commission to Meet in Sacramento on April 11
Bringing together seismic experts and state leaders, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) through the Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission is meeting on Thursday, April 11 in Sacramento. What: Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety...

April is Earthquake Preparedness Month
This month, Cal OES recognizes that April is earthquake preparedness month and encourages individuals, families and businesses up and down the Golden State to prepare for the next big one, because its not if but when it happens. Californians can be proactive in their...

With Lingering Rain in the Forecast, Cal OES Prepositions Additional Fire Personnel and Equipment
As another round of heavy precipitation makes its way across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to keep people safe and has strategically prepositioned fire personnel in Los Angeles and Ventura...

As Rain Returns to Southern California, Cal OES Prepositions Fire Personnel and Equipment
As another round of heavy precipitation makes its way across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to keep people safe and has strategically prepositioned fire personnel in Ventura County to be able to...

Be Alert to Fraud After a Disaster
As recovery efforts continue in San Diego County following the January 2024 Storm, the state continues to proactively work with its partners to support, rebuild and aid in the recovery process. In particular, those living in San Diego may be eligible for repairs or...