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As Earth experienced the hottest month on record in July, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking proactive steps to help protect Californians from the threat of extreme heat and other possible secondary impacts. For years, heat has... Read MoreRead more about Ahead of Extreme Heat, Cal OES Reminds Californias to Stay Safe

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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... Read MoreRead more about Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Holly Lendl, Emergency Notification Controller

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How Can Older Adults Stay Safe During an Extreme Heat Event? Take high temperatures seriously, especially for individuals over 65 years old. With increasing climate change and the severity of prolonged heat emergencies, Cal OES and the California Department of Public... Read MoreRead more about How Can Older Adults Stay Safe During an Extreme Heat Event?