News and updates from Cal OES
California’s earthquake warning system notified over one million people ahead of Northern California quake
Even as Trump undermines disaster readiness, California’s investments in first-in-the-nation early warning system are delivering for residents What you need to know: California’s Earthquake Early Warning System delivered advance alerts to more than one million people...
Governor Newsom welcomes FEMA extension to help Los Angeles fire survivors continue recovery
What you need to know: Following advocacy from Governor Newsom, the California Congressional delegation, local leaders, and community partners, FEMA has approved an extension of critical disaster assistance for Los Angeles fire survivors, ensuring homeowners can...
Governor Newsom proclaims State of Emergency in Los Angeles for the Boyle Heights fire response
California predeploys public health and emergency resources, including 5.5 million N95 masks What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a State of Emergency for Los Angeles County in response to the ongoing warehouse fire in the Boyle Heights area....
California prepositions resources in anticipation of elevated fire threat in Sierra and Plumas counties
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) approved the prepositioning of resources in Sierra County from June 18 through June 20, 2026, in response to the Fire Weather Watch, paired with potential dry lightning starting Thursday. Additional...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Desiree Taylor
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has nearly 2000 staff ready to meet emergencies head on at any moment. Of course to meet those duties our staff needs a ride and that’s where Fleet Services shines. Desiree Taylor is Fleet Administrator...