Image of an African American man standing outside in a black Cal OES Polo. Left side of image is a navy block with white text that reads "I am Cal OES" "Chad Stokes, Region Emergency Communications Coordinator". Image has the Cal OES logo in the bottom right corner Read more about Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Chad Stokes, Region Emergency Communications Coordinator

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 Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Chad Stokes, Region Emergency Communications Coordinator

Read more about Mutual Aid Resources Are Pivotal to Disaster Response

California is no stranger to natural disasters. From mega fires to atmospheric rivers and flooding, climate-driven disasters often involve an all-agency local, state and federal response. At the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), mutual aid... Read MoreRead more about Mutual Aid Resources Are Pivotal to Disaster Response

Spring Storms Recovery Infographic Read more about California Continues its All-In Mission to Recover from the 2023 February and March Storms

California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues its all-in mission alongside partner agencies to support recovery efforts of local communities to the 2023 February and March Storms. Here are the latest numbers as of May 25,... Read MoreRead more about California Continues its All-In Mission to Recover from the 2023 February and March Storms

"Prepositioned Personnel and Equipment" with an image of swift water rescue teams and the Cal O E S logo. Read more about Cal OES Prepositions Resources Ahead of Flood Potential

Ahead of significant weather impacts in parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:... Read MoreRead more about Cal OES Prepositions Resources Ahead of Flood Potential