Read more about Smart Giving: Helpful Ways to Support Disaster Survivors
When disaster strikes, Californians have stepped up time and time again. From the 2023 winter storms and flooding to the L.A. Fires in 2025, people and businesses across the Golden State have generously given money, time and supplies to help their neighbors in the... Read MoreRead more about Smart Giving: Helpful Ways to Support Disaster Survivors
Read more about California announces 300 wildfire projects fast-tracked in 300 days
Cutting red tape and fast-tracking critical wildfire safety projects What you need to know: One year after Governor Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency to fast-track critical forest management projects, more than 300 wildfire safety projects have been approved... Read MoreRead more about California announces 300 wildfire projects fast-tracked in 300 days
Read more about Chinese Camp Completes Debris Cleanup After September Fire
The Town of Chinese Camp in Tuolumne County completed its debris cleanup operations within six months of the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire. On September 2, 2025, the TCU Lightning Complex Fire burned through the historic town, leading to the evacuation of... Read MoreRead more about Chinese Camp Completes Debris Cleanup After September Fire
Read more about Governor Newsom marks 10 years of nation-leading red flag law, new data shows California setting the pace on gun safety
What you need to know: Governor Newsom marked the 10-year anniversary of California’s nation-leading Gun Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) law, with new data confirming the growing statewide use and impact of the “red flag law” in preventing gun violence... Read MoreRead more about Governor Newsom marks 10 years of nation-leading red flag law, new data shows California setting the pace on gun safety
Read more about Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Conner Spears
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has met each new... Read MoreRead more about Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Conner Spears