by Gustavo Ortiz | Sep 2, 2024 | All
As Californians enter the Labor Day weekend, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is inviting families to be safe outdoors. Plan before leaving for your adventure, know the route you’re going to take and how long you plan to be gone. Tell...
by Diana Ibrahim | Sep 1, 2024 | All
California is known for its diverse and stunning landscapes, and it’s also known for its variety of natural disasters like earthquakes. Have you ever felt the ground shake during an earthquake? When there is an earthquake, different kinds of waves are produced, and...
by Davina Mapes | Sep 1, 2024 | All
During National Preparedness Month, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is urging Californians to be prepared for all disasters and emergencies. Recognized annually during the month of September, National Preparedness Month serves as a...
by Mariah Bickham | Aug 28, 2024 | All
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff have met...
by Mariah Bickham | Aug 26, 2024 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has some hydration safety tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe. When working and recreating outdoors, staying hydrated is key to beating the heat: Hydrating Before Work Drinking water and...
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 25, 2024 | All
Signing up for emergency alerts provides essential time and information ahead of a disaster, as well as updated guidance during, to help ensure the safety of you and your family during an emergency. Every California county offers free emergency alerts to support...
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 24, 2024 | All
On August 24, 2014 at 3:20 a.m., a M6.0 earthquake shook Napa and the surrounding areas in Northern California, causing moderate damage and eliciting a coordinated statewide response. This earthquake also afforded scientists, researchers and emergency managers with...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Aug 24, 2024 | All
Se avecina el último fin de semana feriado del verano en este año y por ello, cientos de familia se preparan para visitar ríos y lagos del estado dorado. La Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador (Cal OES) les recuerda siempre contar con un plan y nunca...
by Davina Mapes | Aug 23, 2024 | All
Summer’s not over yet! With warm weather upon us, we know many Californians are eager to have some fun in the water. Before you hit the road, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you to make safety a priority when you’re...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 22, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in Sierra...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 21, 2024 | All
As wildfires become more frequent and intense, California wildfire season is now year-round and it’s important that all Californians prepare and remain ready. As the wildfire season in Northern and Central California begins to slow down, Southern California becomes...
by Davina Mapes | Aug 21, 2024 | All
While it’s important to help pack your child’s backpack, it’s also important to pack a go-bag for your family. Disasters can strike anytime, anywhere, and being prepared is essential in case you need to leave home quickly. As you prepare your child...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 17, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in...
by Davina Mapes | Aug 17, 2024 | All
It’s that time of year, back-to-school time! With school back in session, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is calling all fourth graders to become preparedness ambassadors for their communities. Through Cal OES’s Preparedness...
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 16, 2024 | All
(SPANISH INFORMATION AFTER ENGLISH VERSION) In partnership with Tehama County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) will open a Local Assistance Center (LAC) at the Red Bluff Community Center (Gym) on Thursday, August 15. LACs are activated...
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 14, 2024 | All
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each...
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 12, 2024 | All
(SPANISH INFORMATION AFTER ENGLISH VERSION) In partnership with Butte County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened a Local Assistance Center (LAC) in Chico. LACs are activated following disasters to support survivors and...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 11, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 10, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in...
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 9, 2024 | All
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 9, 2024 | All
(SPANISH INFORMATION AFTER ENGLISH VERSION) In partnership with Kern County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) will open a Local Assistance Center (LAC) at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella on Saturday, August 10. LACs are activated...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 9, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in...
by Mariah Bickham | Aug 8, 2024 | All
When returning home after being evacuated from a fire, many people are overwhelmed with emotions and questions. Is it safe to go home? What should I do or look for when I return home? The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) understands that...
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 7, 2024 | All
What you need to know: The state’s earthquake Early Warning System notified millions of Californians through emergency alerts—some up to 35 seconds before shaking started. SACRAMENTO – Continuing to lead the country in emergency management and disaster...
by Davina Mapes | Aug 7, 2024 | All
As California endures persistent wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities have access to shelters and vital...
by Davina Mapes | Aug 6, 2024 | All
Temperatures are hitting triple digits again and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat this summer. Some populations are at a higher risk for heat related illnesses, including people with access...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 5, 2024 | All
SACRAMENTO – As Tropical Storm Debby makes its way toward Georgia, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of a specialized team from California to assist in staffing a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Support Team. In close...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Aug 4, 2024 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like you to follow a few important steps to keep yourself, your loved ones, neighbors and pets safe during high heat. DURING HIGH HEAT Avoid strenuous activity and direct exposure to the sun during...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 3, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in...
by Diana Ibrahim | Aug 3, 2024 | All
Thunderstorms can happen during any season. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) urges Californians to stay safe when one rolls into their area. Lightning and thunder are natural phenomena associated with electrical discharges that occur...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Aug 2, 2024 | All
Un aviso u orden de evacuación se dará siempre durante una emergencia, por lo que es importante estar preparados y saber que hacer en caso de una desgracia natural. Por ello, es importante saber en qué consiste cada una y no desestimar las indicacoines de las...
by Alicia de la Garza | Aug 2, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in Plumas...
by Chris Dargan | Aug 2, 2024 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the deployment of funds and is now accepting applications for over $22.5 million in grant funds to bolster cybersecurity at a state and local level. The State and Local Cybersecurity...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Aug 1, 2024 | All
The Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) provide supplemental federal assistance to states, local and tribal government to fight fires burning on public (non-federal) or privately owned forest or grassland. The Fire Management Assistance declaration process is...
by Davina Mapes | Jul 31, 2024 | All
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each...
by Chris Dargan | Jul 30, 2024 | All
UPDATED: August 1, 2024 California Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California is expediting the deployment of funds and is now accepting applications for $76 million in grant funding available to bolster safety and security for nonprofits that are at higher...
by Alicia de la Garza | Jul 26, 2024 | All
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency in Plumas County due to the Gold Complex Fire and in Butte and Tehama counties due to the Park Fire. The fires have together burned more than 181,000 acres, forcing the evacuation of thousands of...
by Davina Mapes | Jul 25, 2024 | All
SACRAMENTO – Working quickly to bring in additional funding and resources to help fight the rapidly burning Park Fire, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California last night secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency...
by Alicia de la Garza | Jul 25, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Jul 24, 2024 | All, Cal OES Blog, News
The 30th edition of the Summer Olympic Games will kick off with opening ceremony this week in Paris, and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has been working with the organizing committee, sharing information regarding their security...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Jul 24, 2024 | All
Esta semana en París, se pone en marcha la edición 30 de los juegos olímpicos de verano y la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) ha estado en comunicación con el comité organizador para intercambiar información sobre el...
by Alicia de la Garza | Jul 24, 2024 | All
With the return of critical fire weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in...
by Alicia de la Garza | Jul 22, 2024 | All
SACRAMENTO – Working quickly to bring in additional funding and resources to help fight the rapidly burning Hawarden Fire, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management...
by Alicia de la Garza | Jul 20, 2024 | All
With an increased threat of thunderstorms and dry lightning over the weekend, the risk of wildfire remains high. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has...
by Diana Ibrahim | Jul 18, 2024 | All
SACRAMENTO – Amid hot and dry conditions that have sparked multiple large wildfires in Oregon, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of firefighting personnel and equipment from local fire agencies to assist. This week, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek...
by Diana Ibrahim | Jul 17, 2024 | All
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, July 18 in Sacramento. What: Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Jul 17, 2024 | All
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each...
by Alicia de la Garza | Jul 16, 2024 | All
As climate change produces more frequent and severe natural disasters, like wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Califorians to take steps now and all-year long to prepare for disasters and emergencies....
by Gustavo Ortiz | Jul 16, 2024 | All
*(SPANISH INFORMATION BELOW THE ENGLISH VERSION) A Pet is an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. Through the California Animal Emergency Response System (CARES), The California Governor’s Office of...
by Davina Mapes | Jul 15, 2024 | All
There are various factors that cause power outages. Whether it’s due to a disaster, extreme heat or other climate driven impacts, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to be prepared if the power goes out. Some populations...
