Cal OES is Hiring!

Cal OES is Hiring!

Are you interested in a rewarding career in public service? Now’s the time to join Cal OES!  Cal OES is the nation’s premier homeland security and emergency management agency, charged with protecting California from all threats and hazards, whether natural or...
Making a Personalized Emergency Plan

Making a Personalized Emergency Plan

You’ve probably heard that it’s important to have an emergency plan in place before a disaster strikes. But how do you create an emergency plan? What should it include? Where should you start? The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to...
Cal OES Approves Nearly $138,000 in CDAA Funds to Help Siskiyou County Cover Labor and Equipment Costs Related to Culvert Cleaning and Replacement following McKinney Fire and Subsequent Heavy Rains and Mud Flows

Cal OES Approves Nearly $138,000 in CDAA Funds to Help Siskiyou County Cover Labor and Equipment Costs Related to Culvert Cleaning and Replacement following McKinney Fire and Subsequent Heavy Rains and Mud Flows

SACRAMENTO — The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the approval in late September of $137,900.40 in California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA) funding to help Siskiyou County cover eligible equipment and overtime costs...
Prepare Better for Sweater Weather

Prepare Better for Sweater Weather

Fall brings change to California, from cooler temperatures, falling leaves to changes in outdoor activities and new hazards. With these changes, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like everyone to be aware and prepared this season....
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Highlights Importance of Gun Safety Initiatives

Statement on 4.1 Earthquake in Sacramento County

Around 9:30 a.m. this morning, Sacramento County experienced a 4.1 magnitude earthquake. Preliminary reports do not indicate any significant damage or injuries following the earthquake. While the situation is fluid, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency...
Loma Prieta Earthquake: A Tale of Resilience

Loma Prieta Earthquake: A Tale of Resilience

On October 17, 1989, a devastating earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay Area, leaving behind a trail of destruction and despair. The Loma Prieta earthquake, a 6.9 magnitude, was a reminder of the region’s seismic activity. However, in the face of this...
Eclipses: Separating Fact from Fiction

Eclipses: Separating Fact from Fiction

California will experience an annular solar eclipse on Saturday, October 14, 2023. The eclipse, called a ring of fire, will be visible in the most northeastern corner of the state, while the rest of the state will see a partial eclipse. Solar eclipses are remarkable...
Earthquake Test Alert for MyShake App Users

Earthquake Test Alert for MyShake App Users

As part of the Annual Great ShakeOut, the Myshake Application will issue a test alert on October 19, 2023 at 10:19am.  Starting now through Thursday, roughly 2.8 million users of the smartphone application in California will begin receiving warnings in both English...
Building an Emergency Kit for Your Vehicle

Building an Emergency Kit for Your Vehicle

Traveling on the roadways during winter weather can be dangerous. Unexpected weather changes or other hazards can delay or prevent you from reaching your destination. Here are a few tips to make sure you always emergency supplies before setting off for a long drive....
September 2023: Regional Disaster Ready Summits

September 2023: Regional Disaster Ready Summits

Working to build community resilience during Emergency Preparedness Month, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) brought together over 650 individuals from community-based organizations, local governments, state partners and other...
What to do AFTER an Earthquake

What to do AFTER an Earthquake

In honor of Emergency Preparedness Month for September, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to encourage residents of the Golden State to be prepared for, during and after a disaster. Californians pride themselves on being...
Nationwide Emergency Alert Test Planned for October 4, 2023

Nationwide Emergency Alert Test Planned for October 4, 2023

“This is only a test.” That’s the message everyone nationwide will receive on Wednesday, October 4. To help ensure the national alert and warning system is ready to provide timely, accurate information during the next disaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency...
Three Years of Recovery Following the Glass Fire

Three Years of Recovery Following the Glass Fire

Three years ago, in the early morning hours of September 27, 2020, the Glass Fire ignited and quickly spread throughout Napa and Sonoma counties. The Glass Fire burned approximately 67,000 acres and destroyed more than 1,500 structures over the course of 23 days. On...
Earthquake Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction

Earthquake Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction

Earthquakes are natural disasters that have fascinated and terrified humans for centuries. These powerful geological events can cause significant destruction and loss of life, which has led to the emergence of numerous myths and misconceptions over time.   The...
What to do AFTER a Flood 

What to do AFTER a Flood 

As the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) recognizes September as Emergency Preparedness Month, we encourage Californians to be prepared for what follows disasters. Californians pride themselves on being “ready.” But knowing what...