by Teresa Rochester | Nov 22, 2024 | All
With an atmospheric river producing strong winds, heavy rain and snowfall in Northern California ahead of the first travel weekend of the holiday season, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages those who plan to travel to take steps...
by Diana Ibrahim | Nov 22, 2024 | All
In partnership with Ventura County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) opens a Local Assistance Center (LAC) for the Mountain Fire at the Ventura County Office of Education Conference & Education Services Center on Thursday, November...
by Davina Mapes | Nov 21, 2024 | All
As an atmospheric river continues to move into Northern California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is expanding resource prepositioning efforts to threatened areas across the North. The decision comes after updated weather reports...
by Lori Fowler | Nov 21, 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 | Nov 20, 2024 | All
As the heavy rain arrives, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced that it is expanding resource prepositioning efforts to additional counties across the state. The decision comes after updated weather reports indicate a...
by Chris Dargan | Nov 19, 2024 | All
As the state braces for an onslaught of heavy rain in Northern California and fire weather in Southern California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive measures to protect communities from dual threats: debris flows in...
by Shawn Boyd | Nov 18, 2024 | Cal OES Blog
Northern California is bracing for a strong atmospheric river heading into the state, bringing up to 10 inches of rain and gusts as strong as 70 miles per hour along the North Coast. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is preparing for...
by Davina Mapes | Nov 18, 2024 | All
Cal OES accepting applications for supplemental security grant program In addition to $43 million in FEMA grants secured for hundreds of California nonprofits announced last week, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is now accepting...
by Diana Ibrahim | Nov 14, 2024 | All
As communities prepare for the seasons changing, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working with local, state and federal partners to ensure the state is prepared for impacts and ready to respond to communities in need. The Fall and...
by Chris Dargan | Nov 14, 2024 | All
What you need to know: Governor Newsom announced today that $43 million in FEMA grants will go to hundreds of California’s nonprofits and faith communities to increase security and safeguard against hate-fueled violence. Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that 311...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Nov 14, 2024 | All
En asociación con el Condado de Ventura, la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) abrirá un Centro de Asistencia Local (LAC) en el Centro de servicios educativos y conferencias de la Oficina de Educación del condado de Ventura, para...
by Diana Ibrahim | Nov 10, 2024 | All
Recently, California communities across the state have been experiencing earthquakes, which is a good reminder for everyone to be prepared when shaking starts. Recently, Californians have experienced a handful of earthquakes in El Centro, Corona, Malibu, Ojai, Salinas...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Nov 9, 2024 | All
Esta semana los famosos vientos de Santa Ana afectaron a varios condados de California, desatando varios de incendios, uno de ellos, todavia activo en el condado de Ventura. De hecho, el Servicio Nacional de Meteorología catalogó este evento como uno inusual, por la...
by Davina Mapes | Nov 8, 2024 | All
VENTURA – Governor Gavin Newsom today signed an executive order to support ongoing response and recovery efforts for the Mountain Fire in Ventura County. The executive order includes provisions that expedite debris removal and cleanup, authorize state agencies to...
by Chris Dargan | Nov 8, 2024 | All
VENTURA – Visiting communities impacted by the Mountain Fire in Ventura County, Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency in Ventura County due to the Mountain Fire. The fire has burned at least 19,643 acres, forcing the evacuation of residents,...
by Diana Ibrahim | Nov 7, 2024 | All
Critical fire weather, including dry and windy conditions, is expected over the next few days. In anticipation of this elevated fire threat, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to preemptively place firefighting...
by Chris Dargan | Nov 6, 2024 | All
SACRAMENTO – Moving swiftly to support the state’s response to the Mountain Fire, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Nov 6, 2024 | All
Cal OES colleagues, 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...
by Diana Ibrahim | Nov 6, 2024 | All
Critical fire weather, including dry and windy conditions, is expected over the next few days. In anticipation of this elevated fire threat, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to preemptively place firefighting...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Nov 5, 2024 | All
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has been working proactively to preposition dozens of fire engines, dozers, water tenders, helicopters and personnel throughout California amid weather conditions presenting severe fire risk in coastal...
by Diana Ibrahim | Nov 5, 2024 | All
High winds can occur any time of year and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants all Californians to be aware, prepared and stay safe. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Cal OES are monitoring for high winds...
by Diana Ibrahim | Nov 5, 2024 | All
Critical fire weather, including dry and windy conditions, is expected over the next few days. In anticipation of this elevated fire threat, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to preemptively place firefighting...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Nov 4, 2024 | All
Durante los próximos días, condiciones secas y ventosas prevalecerán en algunas partes de California, principalmente en los condados de Los Angeles, Riverside y San Bernardino, trayendo consigo el riesgo de posibles incendios. El Servicio Nacional de Meteorología...
by Davina Mapes | Nov 4, 2024 | All
Critical fire weather, including dry and windy conditions, is expected over the next few days. In anticipation of this elevated fire threat, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to preemptively place firefighting...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Nov 2, 2024 | All
Seguramente en más de una ocasión has escuchado la importancia de contar con un plan de emergencia para estar preparados en caso de que se presente una emergencia o se desate un desastre natural y en California debemos estar listos los 365 días del año. Pero en que...
by Teresa Rochester | Oct 29, 2024 | All
Cal OES welcomed the 2024-2025 Executive Fellows for an inside look at some of what we do. Fellows apply to different offices within California’s Executive Branch and spend 11 months working as paid, professional staff. Along with gaining valuable professional, public...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Oct 27, 2024 | All
Durante todo el mes de octubre hemos promovido medidas de seguridad en el trabajo y en la casa, para evitar convertirnos en víctimas de los piratas cibernéticos, y a unos días de que llegemos al final del décimo mes del año, la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Oct 25, 2024 | All
Las inundaciones han afectado a diferentes partes del estado dorado y de acuerdo con el Departamento de Recursos Hídricos de California, cada condado en nuestro estado ha experimentado este desastre y formado parte de una declaración federal de zona de desastre,...
by Teresa Rochester | Oct 23, 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 Teresa Rochester | Oct 21, 2024 | All
This week is Flood Preparedness Week and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourage you and your family to get prepared as we approach winter and the rainy season. California is no stranger to flooding, which can carry fast-moving...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Oct 19, 2024 | All
Durante los últimos años el trabajar desde el hogar es una alternativa para muchas personas y ello conlleva siempre tener presente las medidas básicas de preparación, ya que al no estar conectados al servidor que cuenta ya con las protecciones necesarias para combatir...
by Alicia de la Garza | Oct 18, 2024 | All
As critical fire weather, including dry and windy conditions, is expected over the next few days, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. The National Weather Service...
by Alicia de la Garza | Oct 17, 2024 | All
As critical fire weather, including dry and windy conditions, is expected over the next few days, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. The National Weather Service...
by Diana Ibrahim | Oct 16, 2024 | All
SACRAMENTO – The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is encouraging all Californians to take part in the largest earthquake preparedness drill in the world happening Thursday at 10:17 a.m. PDT. Governor Gavin Newsom marked the occasion in a letter...
by Diana Ibrahim | Oct 10, 2024 | All
Catch a Seismic Ride Rolling into a City Near You! Cal OES is kicking off the Great California ShakeOut Tour with 3 stops in San Diego, Los Angeles and Sacramento. Then join us in practicing drop, cover and hold on, statewide on October 17 at 10:17 a.m. Location...
by Alicia de la Garza | Oct 10, 2024 | All
In total, California has now deployed 354 highly specialized personnel to support recent hurricane response efforts SACRAMENTO – With Hurricane Milton making landfall in Florida tonight, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of an additional 70...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Oct 9, 2024 | All
Cal OES colleagues, 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...
by Diana Ibrahim | Oct 8, 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, October 10 in Sacramento. What: Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety...
by Davina Mapes | Oct 7, 2024 | All
In total, California has deployed 284 highly specialized personnel to support hurricane response efforts in recent weeks SACRAMENTO – With Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall in Florida this week as a Category 5 hurricane, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced...
by Gustavo Ortiz | Oct 5, 2024 | All
Durante el mes nacional de concientización sobre seguridad cibernética, es importante destacar que la información personal de los niños se convierte en uno e los principales objetivos de los piratas cibernéticas, es por ello que Cal OES los invita a extremar...
by Diana Ibrahim | Oct 4, 2024 | All
The October heat wave continues to impact multiple regions across the state. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services encourages residents to visit their county’s community services pages for resources, including heat safety information and places to...
by Davina Mapes | Oct 3, 2024 | All
Sacramento, CA – In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Governor Gavin Newsom has deployed a four-member team from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) consisting of volunteer management and advanced planning experts to support ongoing...
by Davina Mapes | Oct 2, 2024 | All
With unusually high temperatures forecast for the first week of October in some parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working in partnership with state agencies to promote heat safety and resources to help residents...
by Diana Ibrahim | Oct 2, 2024 | All
With fall in full swing, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to be prepared year-round for disasters and emergencies. As wildfire activity continues, it’s essential to be prepared for all situations....
by Davina Mapes | Oct 2, 2024 | All
Fall is here, but the hot weather is not over yet. With widespread Heat Advisories across the state and Excessive Heat Warnings into Sunday, October 6, The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to keep everyone safe, including our pets....
by Gustavo Ortiz | Oct 1, 2024 | All
El primero de octubre se pone en marcha otro periodo de concientización. En esta ocasión, el Mes Nacional sobre Seguridad cibernérica y la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California les recuerda la importancia de estar concientes sobre los...
by Davina Mapes | Oct 1, 2024 | All
Disasters are more than natural events like wildfires, earthquakes and floods. In today’s digital world, they can also include cyber disruptions like hacking, ransomware attacks and data breaches. Recognized annually during October, National Cybersecurity Month aims...
by Chris Dargan | Oct 1, 2024 | All
In the wake of the devastating Hurricane Helene, California has answered the call for aid to assist the affected states. Firefighters and support personnel are conducting wide area search operations in adverse flooding and flood/mud debris conditions. At Governor...
by Diana Ibrahim | Oct 1, 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 during high heat days, staying hydrated is key to beating the heat: Hydrating Before Work...
by Chris Dargan | Sep 29, 2024 | All
Governor Gavin Newsom and Director Nancy Ward today expressed heartfelt condolences and support for the members of the California/FEMA Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) Task Force 8 (CA TF-8) injured while en route to support rescue efforts to Hurricane Helene...
