Ham Radio Operator Read more about Hams In Emergencies – The Auxiliary Communications Service at Cal OES

Recent disasters in the US and around the world have resulted in lost communications. Whether hurricanes, tsunamis, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions or terror attacks response to a disaster is made more difficult without effective communications. Cal OES has at least... Read MoreRead more about Hams In Emergencies – The Auxiliary Communications Service at Cal OES

Coffey Park Debris Removal Read more about Right-of-Entry Clock is Ticking in Sonoma County, Other Counties Hit by October Wildfires

The stress of losing one’s home only starts with the rubble left behind. Survivors’ resilience is now being tested by the long and arduous task of rebuilding their lives. John McCaull, a resident of Glen Ellen says, “it’s actually been my job... Read MoreRead more about Right-of-Entry Clock is Ticking in Sonoma County, Other Counties Hit by October Wildfires

Inside Look Cert Training Read more about Inside Look: What Happens When First Responders Need Your Help?

We take you behind the scenes to see how everyday citizens are training to be ready when disasters strike. It’s called Community Emergency Response Teams, or CERT, and each local program trains community members in basic disaster response skills, such as small... Read MoreRead more about Inside Look: What Happens When First Responders Need Your Help?

David Cruise, Gerry Malais and Gavin Littles Read more about Ride-Along on Road to Recovery in Coastal Region

Before and after a disaster hits Cal OES has emergency staff on the ground.  These crews are some of the foot soldiers who have their fingers on the pulse of the communities they serve and establish important relationships long before any crisis.  When disaster... Read MoreRead more about Ride-Along on Road to Recovery in Coastal Region