What to Know When Lightning Strikes – Put Safety First

What to Know When Lightning Strikes – Put Safety First

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...
Diferencia entre advertencia y orden de evacuación

Diferencia entre advertencia y orden de evacuación

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...
Building Earthquake Resiliency

Building Earthquake Resiliency

Recently, California communities across the state have been experiencing earthquakes, which is a good reminder for everyone to be prepared when shaking starts. In just the past few weeks, Californians have experienced a handful of earthquakes in El Centro, Corona,...
Prepare pets and large animals for evacuations

Prepare pets and large animals for evacuations

*(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...
Power Outages Preparedness

Power Outages Preparedness

As summer continues to bring high heat and dry conditions to much of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you and your family to be prepared if the power goes out.    Preparing for a Power Outage    Here are some steps you...
Safety Tips For Outdoor Activities During Heatwave

Safety Tips For Outdoor Activities During Heatwave

High temperatures are expected to persist across the state, with triple-digit weather in many regions through the weekend. If you’re looking to spend time outside, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind you about the...
Landers Earthquake Anniversary: Preparedness Reminder

Landers Earthquake Anniversary: Preparedness Reminder

While many Californians remember the magnitude 6.7 Northridge Earthquake in 1994, the Landers Earthquake two years earlier was actually significantly bigger. The Landers Earthquake struck on the morning of June 28, 1992. This earthquake hit San Bernardino County with...
Camping is S’more Fun when You’re Prepared

Camping is S’more Fun when You’re Prepared

June has been recognized as National Camping Month since the 1970’s, and this year the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you to enjoy your summertime outings safely. Wood-burning campfires, charcoal barbecues, and propane stoves...