Cooling Centers and Resources
High temperatures are impacting 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 community...
Shelter Information for 2026 August Statewide Fires – Gann Fire
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities have access to shelters and vital services. Gann Fire For...
California Approves Additional Firefighting Resources to Eight Counties Ahead of Heat and Fire Weather
As elevated fire weather conditions continue across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned additional firefighting resources to Sierra, Tehama, Plumas, Glenn, Lake, Colusa, Napa and Nevada...
Governor Newsom proclaims State of Emergency in Calaveras County for the Gann Fire response
California’s emergency response system is being mobilized for Calaveras County What you need to know: The proclamation enables the state to further support local response efforts, protect public health, and coordinate resources as firefighters...
California Answers the Call: Supporting Wildfire Response Across the Pacific Northwest
Disasters don’t stop at borders. Through the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System, California is once again standing alongside neighboring states to help protect lives and...
Governor Newsom secures federal assistance to support response to Gann Fire in Calaveras County
What you need to know: Governor Newsom has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help suppress the Gann Fire in Calaveras County. SACRAMENTO – Moving swiftly to support local and...
Tips to beat the heat
Temperatures are climbing into the triple digits. Cal OES reminds you to take steps to stay safe in the heat. As hot weather continues, here are a few simple tips you can use every day to help beat the heat and protect yourself. Be sure to...
Governor Newsom announced the deployment of additional firefighting resources and specialized personnel to Washington and Oregon
California is stepping up across the West to help our neighbors to battle historic wildfires What you need to know: Under Governor Newsom’s leadership, California is deploying more firefighters and resources to both Oregon and Washington,...
California Approves Additional Firefighting Resources to Nine Counties Ahead of Heat and Fire Weather
As elevated fire weather conditions continue across California, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned additional firefighting resources to Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Inyo, Kings, El Dorado, Fresno,...
California mobilizes to protect communities as summer heat builds across the West
What you need to know: California is mobilizing resources to help protect Californians from extreme heat and wildfire risk, as climate change drives longer, more intense fire seasons across the West. Fire crews and equipment have been prepositioned...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Adam Joseph
The frequency and intensity of emergencies across California continue to grow, from wildfires and floods to hazardous materials incidents. During these critical moments, having trained personnel on the ground to provide timely, coordinated support...
From the 2026 FIFA World Cup to LA28: California is ready
What you need to know: California’s 1,700 public safety personnel helped ensure no major public safety incidents across 14 World Cup matches in California. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today celebrated California's successful hosting of the...
California secures federal assistance to support response to Dove Fire in Tuolumne County
What you need to know: California secured federal firefighting funds to help suppress the Dove Fire as evacuation orders are underway in Tuolumne County. TUOLUMNE – Moving swiftly to support local and state response efforts to the Dove Fire,...
California Moves Firefighting Resources Into Place Ahead of Increased Wildfire Risk
With hot, dry, and windy conditions in the forecast, Cal OES is placing additional firefighters and equipment in Sierra and Plumas Counties, in addition to resources prepositioned in Los Angeles County. These supportive efforts help local fire...
Governor Newsom highlights robust investments in fire prevention and cutting-edge firefighting technology to combat wildfire and save lives
As Trump cuts federal wildfire programs across the nation, California is building a world-class firefighting fleet For b-roll of today’s event, click here What you need to know: California is growing its wildfire-fighting arsenal, including...