Storm Season Safety: Before a Power Outage

Storm Season Safety: Before a Power Outage

When inclement weather affects a community, power may be interrupted. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds all Californians to be safe when without power during this storm season.  Unplug Appliances  When power is restored during an...
Local Assistance Centers Open in Los Angeles County

Local Assistance Centers Open in Los Angeles County

In partnership with Los Angeles County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened a Local Assistance Centers (LAC) in Panorama and Los Angeles Cities. LACs are activated following disasters to support survivors and businesses...
Storm Season Safety: During Sustained Heavy Rainfall 

Storm Season Safety: During Sustained Heavy Rainfall 

As weather patterns threaten to bring increased rainfall and potential flooding to California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind all residents and communities that it is essential to stay safe during increased rainfall....
Online Consumer Safety Tips

Online Consumer Safety Tips

As California’s Homeland Security Agency, the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to encourage all Californians to remain vigilant when sharing confidential personal information online. Personal information includes, but is not limited, your name,...
Storm Season Safety Mosquito Safety

Storm Season Safety Mosquito Safety

Most recently, Southern California has seen widespread rainfall amounts of 3-6 inches, with local amounts of 7-14 inches. As a result of the rain and flooding, Southern California now has free-standing water, which could create a dangerous breeding ground for...
Storm Season Safety:  Mold Prevention and Safety 

Storm Season Safety:  Mold Prevention and Safety 

Most recently, Southern California has seen widespread rainfall amounts of 3-6 inches, with local amounts of 7-14 inches.   Although mold is common it can be found in places that have experienced extreme amounts of water and flooding.    Following the significant...
Storm Season Safety: Returning Home After a Flood

Storm Season Safety: Returning Home After a Flood

As a result of mudslides and debris flows from the recent storms, California continues to see lingering major impacts, like muck, mud and other debris. Once your local authorities have declared it safe to return home, it’s crucial to prioritize safety and take...
California Mounts All-In Response to February 2024 Storm

California Mounts All-In Response to February 2024 Storm

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) mounted an all-in mission alongside partner agencies to comprise one of the largest-ever statewide prepositioning of resources and support local communities in response to the February 2024 Winter Storm....
STORM SEASON SAFETY: Warming Centers 02.08.2024

STORM SEASON SAFETY: Warming Centers 02.08.2024

As significant winter weather impacted much of California with multiple rounds of rain, heavy snow, freezing temperatures and gusty winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to coordinate with local government partners to...
Storm Season Safety: Driving After a Storm

Storm Season Safety: Driving After a Storm

This series of storms brought historic rainfall to many counties across California. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to coordinate with state partners like CHP and Cal Trans to keep all Californians stay safe on the road...
Storm Season Safety: Where to Find Sandbags 02.08.24

Storm Season Safety: Where to Find Sandbags 02.08.24

As a series of storms have impacted multiple California communities, lingering effects continue to be seen statewide. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and local partners are coordinating sandbag locations in impacted counties. Cal OES...
Storm Season Safety: Planning Your Route

Storm Season Safety: Planning Your Route

This series of storms brought historic rainfall to many counties across California. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to coordinate with state partners like CHP and Cal Trans to keep all Californians stay safe on the road...
STORM SEASON SAFETY: Driving During a Storm 02.07.24

STORM SEASON SAFETY: Driving During a Storm 02.07.24

As the state continues to face lingering showers in many areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all California drivers to make sure they are prepared for wet roads.   Driving can be challenging in the best of weather...
Storm Season Safety: After a Power Outage

Storm Season Safety: After a Power Outage

Following heavy rain and strong winds, many California communities faced power interruptions this week. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to work with our partners as they work to restore power. Cal OES would like to help...
STORM SEASON SAFETY: Warming Centers 02.08.2024

STORM SEASON SAFETY: Warming Centers 02.07.2024

As significant winter weather impacts much of California with multiple rounds of rain, heavy snow, freezing temperatures and gusty winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local government partners to coordinate any...
Trees Can Still Be Hazardous Following Severe Storms

Trees Can Still Be Hazardous Following Severe Storms

After the latest round of winter storms, California saw strong winds, heavy rain and snow that brought dangerous conditions to many communities and additional dangers still exist. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is highlighting...
Storm Season Safety Local Assistance Center

Storm Season Safety Local Assistance Center

In partnership with San Diego County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened a Local Assistance Center (LAC) in San Diego. LACs are activated following disasters to support survivors and businesses suffering disaster-related losses...
Storm Season Safety: Where to Find Sandbags 02.08.24

Storm Season Safety: Where to Find Sandbags 02.06.24

As a series of storms have impacted multiple California communities, lingering effects continue to be seen statewide. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and local partners are coordinating sandbag locations in impacted counties. Cal OES...
Parts of Southern California Brace for More Rain

Parts of Southern California Brace for More Rain

While some parts of Southern California have seen the worst of it, the ongoing Atmospheric River event will continue to produce multiple rounds of heavy rainfall over other areas. Dangerous flooding in urban areas, small streams, and rivers are still possible through...
What Should You Do After a Mudslide or Debris Flow?

What Should You Do After a Mudslide or Debris Flow?

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is geared up to address any potential hazards, such as mudslides, debris flows and other incidents triggered by excessive precipitation.   The Cal OES Watershed and Debris Flow Task Force is actively...
STORM SEASON SAFETY: Warming Centers 02.08.2024

STORM SEASON SAFETY: Warming Centers 02.05.2024

As significant winter weather impacts much of California with multiple rounds of rain, heavy snow, freezing temperatures and gusty winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local government partners to coordinate any...
Flood After Fire and Secondary Disasters

Flood After Fire and Secondary Disasters

During heavy rain events, stay vigilant in burn scar areas  The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is geared up to address any potential hazards, such as mudslides, debris flows and other incidents triggered by excessive precipitation.   The...
Lower elevation snow return to California (Se esperan nevadas en diferentes zonas de California)

STORM SEASON SAFETY: Snow Safety

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) works with local and state authorities to provide the necessary resources to the residents of California during this current storm season.    NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE REPORT  According to the...
Storm Season Safety: Where to Find Sandbags 02.08.24

Storm Season Safety: Where to Find Sandbags 02.05.24

As a series of storms impact the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and local partners are coordinating sandbag locations in impacted counties. Cal OES continues to monitor the weather around the clock for possible impacts to...
Storm Season Safety Warming Center 02.04.2024

Storm Season Safety Warming Center 02.04.2024

As significant winter weather impacts much of California with multiple rounds of rain, heavy snow, freezing temperatures and gusty winds, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local government partners to coordinate any...
Storm Season Safety Large Animal Preparedness

Storm Season Safety Large Animal Preparedness

As a series of strong, winter storms continue to bring rain, wind, and continued flooding to many parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is reminding all Californians about the -importance of preparing your entire family –...
Storm Season Safety Evacuation Shelters

Storm Season Safety Evacuation Shelters

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 4 shelters open across 4 counties. The total census is...
Storm Season Safety: Where to Find Sandbags 02.08.24

Where You Can Find Sandbags in Your County

As a series of storms approaches the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and local partners are coordinating sandbag locations in impacted counties. Cal OES continues to monitor the weather around the clock for possible impacts to...