The Erskine Fire: Beyond the Lines

The Erskine Fire: Beyond the Lines

Download this episode (right click and save)As of this publishing, crews continue to get a handle on the Erskine Fire in the Lake Isabella area of Kern County. But as they do there are still concerns and challenges facing them — hot, dry and windy weather;...
Jerry Haleva on The Dude & The Dictator

Jerry Haleva on The Dude & The Dictator

Download this episode (right click and save)Jerry was born Jerome Michael Haleva in May of 1946. He served as chief of staff for Senator Bill Campbell (namesake for the Cal OES HQ building) from 1975-1990. But he’s more recognizable as an actor in his comedic roles as...
Sheriff James Mele: Big Role in a Small County

Sheriff James Mele: Big Role in a Small County

James Mele was elected as Tuolumne County Sheriff in 2006. He comes from a family of law enforcement professionals. His father spent 35 years with the LAPD. Mele is says while he’s a sheriff in a small county he still often finds himself in meetings with the governor,...

Eric Lamoureux: Managing Disasters Face to Face

Eric Lamoureux has served the State of California in multiple communications assignments.  He’s served in his current position of Inland Region Administrator at the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) since August, 2013. As administrator he leads...