Los Angeles County Fire Department, USA-2 team joins a team from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department in Virginia, known as USA-1 to assist in Turkey. (Photo: File: Los Angeles County Fire Department). Read more about Emergencies Across Borders: Cal OES on the Global Stage

Throughout history, the commitment of the subject matter experts and specialized personnel from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has proven itself in dozens of missions, not only within the United States, but also abroad. Whether... Read MoreRead more about Emergencies Across Borders: Cal OES on the Global Stage

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At 9:15 a.m. on May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted, unleashing ash-filled clouds and tragically taking the lives of many. Over 40 years since, this anniversary serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing efforts by the California Governor’s Office of... Read MoreRead more about Remembering Mount St. Helens: Stay Prepared for Volcanic Events

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Disasters can create chaos and confusion. If you aren’t prepared when an emergency happens, you may make decisions that could further compromise your safety. It doesn’t matter if it’s extreme heat, flooding, or wildfires; the more prepared you are the better. Creating... Read MoreRead more about Family Emergency Plan: Life-Saving Preparedness

Read more about National Search and Rescue Week: Recognizing All First Responders

Whether you’re stuck under debris after an earthquake, gotten lost during a hike, or having an emergency in the water, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) stands ready to deploy search and rescue teams, working with local, state, and... Read MoreRead more about National Search and Rescue Week: Recognizing All First Responders