Planning for Accessibility During Evacuations 1. Sign up for emergency alerts! You can sign up for alerts on the website of your local city or county. 2. Create an emergency evacuation plan. Your plan should have at least 5 dependable people in it, who you can contact in case of an emergency to assist you. 3. If told to evacuate by local law enforcement or emergency managers, do not wait, leave right away. Shelters are set up to be accessible and to provide services such as interpretation and transportation. Cal OES GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES Read more about Inclusive Emergency Strategies: How Californians Can Prepare for Accessible Evacuations

When disasters strike, vulnerable populations are often disproportionately affected. That’s why it’s imperative to have an emergency plan in place and a go-bag packed and ready in case of an evacuation or disaster. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency... Read MoreRead more about Inclusive Emergency Strategies: How Californians Can Prepare for Accessible Evacuations

A women smiling and standing in front of a window with a sign that reads Cal O E S State Operations Center. Text on the image reads I Am Cal O E S Liana Toledo Regional Emergency Communications Coordinator. Read more about Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Liana Toledo

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 – Liana Toledo

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As the state’s lead emergency management agency, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) responds to a variety of all-hazard incidents throughout the state, including wildfires. As California recognizes Wildfire Preparedness Week May 5-11,... Read MoreRead more about Wildfire Preparedness Week: State Highlights Partnerships Ahead of Wildfire Season