California Approves Additional Firefighting Resources Amid 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 several California counties to strengthen local response...
California answers the call: The state has deployed 3,372 personnel since June to support disaster response across the country and abroad
Governor Newsom and the Legislature’s unprecedented investments are making a difference What you need to know: Since June, California has deployed 3,372 personnel and 258 pieces of equipment to support wildfire, flood, and earthquake response in 12...
California Answers the Call: Supporting Hawk Fire Response in Nevada
Disasters don’t see borders. Through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), California continues to stand alongside neighboring states to help protect lives and communities threatened by large wildfires. Cal OES is...
Cooling Centers and Resources
High temperatures are impacting many areas of the state. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services encourages residents to visit their county’s community services pages for resources, including heat safety information and places to...
California Approves Additional Firefighting Resources Amid 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 County to strengthen local response capabilities...
Governor Newsom secures federal disaster assistance for small businesses impacted by Boyle Heights warehouse fire
What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to help small businesses and private nonprofit organizations recover from economic losses caused by the 2026 Los Palos incident,...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Gina Huerta
For Gina Huerta, a career in public service began with a simple desire to help others. A native Sacramentan, Gina joined the State of California in 2006 as an E-Hire Program Technician before moving to the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security...
A Local Assistance Center to Open in Calaveras County for the Gann Fire
In partnership with Calaveras County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is supporting a Local Assistance Center (LAC) for those impacted by the Gann Fire on Aug. 13. A LAC is opened to support residents and...
As 2026 continues notching heat records, Governor Newsom announces a strategic action plan to address extreme heat in California
What you need to know: As hotter days continue across the state and the broader West, Governor Newsom is rolling out a heat strategy action plan to safeguard the well-being of Californians and protect them from worsening extreme heat. SACRAMENTO –...
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...