Watch Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Ingrid Silva
The nearly 2,000 staff at Cal OES have responded to increasingly complex disasters in fresh and innovative ways, strengthening the foundation of emergency management to prepare for,...
April is Earthquake Preparedness Month
April is Earthquake Preparedness Month. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages individuals, families and businesses across the state to prepare for the next big one, because it is not if but when it happens....
State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP): Strengthening California’s Digital Safety
Working to protect California from cybersecurity attacks, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) administers the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. The grant program provides funding to state, local, and tribal...
As Trump erodes the nation’s disaster response, California kicks off Earthquake Preparedness Month by leading the country in readiness
California investments in earthquake early warning systems are paying off and providing stronger emergency response and preparedness overall What you need to know: April is Earthquake Preparedness Month — a time when families, businesses, and...
Stay Safe in High Winds
High winds can occur year-round. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to be prepared and stay safe. Winds can be unpredictable. They can shift rapidly, making it challenging...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Stacey Landey
The increasing intensity of natural disasters and shifts in local and national politics have heightened the need for collaboration among local, state, and federal agencies and the private sector. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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)...
Safety Tips to Prepare For Heat
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages you to follow a few important steps to keep yourself, your loved ones, neighbors and pets safe during high heat. Check the forecast at weather.gov before making outdoor...
Cooling Centers and Resources
High temperatures are forecast to impact Californians across the state, with some areas experiencing significantly higher-than-average conditions. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services encourages residents to visit their county’s...
Swift Water Safety: Take Precautions to Stay Safe
As Californians across the state experience warmer weather, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds everyone about the importance of being swift-water safe. Melting snow flowing into waterways can add to the volume...
Critical Infrastructure Vital in Keeping Californians Safe
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...