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The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services’ (Cal OES) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Unit helps protect California’s network of physical and virtual systems that keep our society running. Examples of critical infrastructure include phone... Read MoreRead more about Critical Infrastructure Vital in Keeping Californians Safe 

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With the potential for heavy rainfall and flooding throughout the state over the next week, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is prepositioning fire and rescue personnel and resources in areas most at risk for flooding, mud and... Read MoreRead more about Emergency Resources Prepositioned Ahead of State-wide Storm

Read more about ICYMI – New gun safety tool announced to protect Californians, continue nation-leading efforts

In an effort to reinforce California’s continued leadership in protecting public safety, Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Tuesday a new gun safety tool to help Californians find clear, local guidance on how to file gun violence protection orders (GVPOs) and access... Read MoreRead more about ICYMI – New gun safety tool announced to protect Californians, continue nation-leading efforts

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Survivors of the 2025 LA Wildfires are encouraged to check back in with FEMA and request rental assistance or repair funds if their insurance Additional Living Expenses (ALE) have run out, or if they have received final insurance settlements and still have unmet... Read MoreRead more about Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Still Available for LA Survivors

Read more about What is Human Trafficking? Raising awareness during January

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The  California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) works to combat human trafficking and to support its survivors. Human trafficking is best described as the exploitation of another for profit. This... Read MoreRead more about What is Human Trafficking? Raising awareness during January