by Michael Traum | Apr 7, 2023 | All
As California weathers more than a dozen atmospheric rivers during the past few months, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services has led a response involving nearly every part of state government to the widespread storm impacts. As the work turns...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Apr 7, 2023 | All, en Español
La mayoría de los condados que componen al estado de California, sufrieron los estragos de las tormentas generadas por los ríos atmosféricos. Por ello el pasado 28 de marzo, el Gobernador de California Gavin Newsom, solicitó la declaración presidencial de desastre...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Apr 6, 2023 | All
Conforme los californianos han enfrentado la fuerza de los ríos atmosféricos registrados desde el pasado mes de diciembre, la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador (Cal OES) a encabezado las operaciones de respuesta y ayuda del gobierno estatal en todas...
by Laura Scott | Apr 6, 2023 | All
In partnership with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Small Business Administration (SBA), and other state partners, Monterey and Santa Cruz County are hosting two Disaster Recovery...
by Alicia de la Garza | Apr 5, 2023 | 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 | Apr 3, 2023 | All
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the White House has approved California’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to further support the state’s all-of-government emergency response and recovery efforts amid severe storm impacts...
by Chris Dargan | Apr 3, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 7 shelters open across 4 counties. The total census is...
by Chris Dargan | Mar 31, 2023 | All
WHAT TO KNOW: As a result of the historic storms California experienced this winter and spring, the Tulare Lake Basin is facing significant flooding, which will worsen as the snowpack melts in coming months. The executive order streamlines state preparation, response...
by Laura Scott | Mar 30, 2023 | All
In partnership with San Bernardino County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is opening a Local Assistance Center (LAC) in Wrightwood. LACs are activated following major disasters to support survivors and businesses suffering...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 30, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 9 shelters open across 5 counties. The total census is...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 29, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 9 shelters open across 5 counties. The total census is...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 28, 2023 | All
SACRAMENTO – As California continues to deploy personnel and resources to protect communities and support recovery efforts amid ongoing severe storms, Governor Gavin Newsom today requested a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to bolster the emergency response and...
by Laura Scott | Mar 28, 2023 | All
In partnership with Monterey County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is opening a Local Assistance Center (LAC) in Watsonville. LACs are activated following major disasters to support survivors and businesses suffering disaster-related...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Mar 28, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 10 shelters open across 5 counties. The total census is...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 27, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 13 shelters open across 6 counties. The total census is...
by Laura Scott | Mar 26, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 13 shelters open across 6 counties. The total census is...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 25, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 15 shelters open across 6 counties. The total census is...
by Laura Scott | Mar 24, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 18 shelters open across 9 counties. The total census is...
by Laura Scott | Mar 23, 2023 | All
In partnership with San Bernardino County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened two Local Assistance Centers (LACs). A third LAC opening in Wrightwood has been postponed. LACs are activated following major disasters to support...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 23, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 16 shelters open across 8 counties. The total census is...
by Laura Scott | Mar 22, 2023 | All
Through the California Department of Social Services and local governments, the state is working to ensure Californians impacted by winter storms have access to shelters and other resources. There are currently 19 shelters open across 10 counties. The total census is...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 22, 2023 | All
SACRAMENTO – As California weathers the twelfth atmospheric river since late December, the state’s all-of-government emergency response continues to deploy personnel and resources to protect communities and support recovery efforts across the state. “We’re continuing...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 22, 2023 | All
Following significant storm impacts across the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include: Los...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 21, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to provide impacted Californians with shelters and other resources. There are currently 22 shelters open across 12...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 21, 2023 | All
As a significant weather storm is on track to bring widespread impacts across the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 20, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to provide impacted Californians with shelters and other resources. There are currently 25 shelters open across 13...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 20, 2023 | All
As a significant weather storm is on track to bring widespread impacts across the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The...
by Shawn Boyd | Mar 19, 2023 | All
As California braces for another round of storms early next week, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. Updated: 1100; Saturday, March 19,...
by Shawn Boyd | Mar 19, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to provide impacted Californians with shelters and other resources. There are currently 26 shelters open across 16...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 16, 2023 | All
For Californians living in the 14 counties named in the Presidential Disaster Declaration following the early January 2023 winter storms, the deadline is approaching to apply for federal assistance. Residents can still apply for FEMA disaster assistance until midnight...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 16, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to provide impacted Californians with shelters and other resources. There are currently 35 shelters open across 15...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Mar 15, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local governments to provide impacted Californians with shelters and other resources. There are currently 31 shelters open across 16 counties. The total census is 616. The following...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 15, 2023 | All
SACRAMENTO COUNTY – As part of his tour of the state, Governor Gavin Newsom will join legislative partners and local leaders tomorrow in Sacramento County for an announcement on homelessness funding and a new effort to house individuals living in encampments. The...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 15, 2023 | All
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 15, 2023 | All
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency on March 14 to support storm response and relief efforts in the counties of Alpine, Orange and Trinity, which join 40 counties the Governor has previously proclaimed a state of emergency for since the...
by Laura Scott | Mar 14, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local governments to provide impacted Californians with shelters and other resources. There are currently 30 shelters open across 13 counties. The total census is 490. The following...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 14, 2023 | All
As a significant series of storms continue to impact parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind all Californians about the importance of being prepared. Extreme weather like heavy rainfall and snow are...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 14, 2023 | All
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 13, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local governments to provide impacted Californians with shelters and other resources. There are currently 32 shelters open across 13 counties. The total census is 608. The following...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 13, 2023 | All
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 12, 2023 | All
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency to support storm response and relief efforts in six additional counties: Calaveras, Del Norte, Glenn, Kings, San Benito and San Joaquin. At Governor Newsom’s request, last week President...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 12, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has the following information on available county shelters and locations related to the current winter storm: There are currently 30 shelters open across 12 counties. The total census is 480. The...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 12, 2023 | All
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
by Laura Scott | Mar 11, 2023 | All
As a significant weather storm impacts much of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of personnel and equipment to be available as needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
by Michael Traum | Mar 10, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) coordinates with multiple state agencies during times of emergencies and disasters. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is currently offering multiple options for those who need...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 10, 2023 | All
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that, within hours of California’s request, the White House has approved a Presidential Emergency Declaration authorizing federal assistance to support the state and local response to continuous storms impacting much...
by Adam Cranfill | Mar 10, 2023 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has the following information on available county shelters and locations related to the current winter storm: There are currently 15 congregate shelters open across 9 counties. The total census is 62....
by Chris Dargan | Mar 10, 2023 | All
Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that an emergency exists in the State of California and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from severe winter storms, flooding,...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 10, 2023 | All
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
by Alicia de la Garza | Mar 10, 2023 | All
B-Roll of storm response efforts available here Californians can visit CalAlerts.org to sign up for local wireless emergency alerts and QuickMap.ca.gov to check road conditions SACRAMENTO – As another atmospheric river descends on California, Governor Gavin Newsom...
