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...
Being Prepared for Wildfire Season
It's wildfire season ... and the Golden State is no stranger to wildfires. Every year, Californians are reminded that preparedness is something that should be important to everyone. Using your time wisely now can make all the difference when every...
Governor Newsom signs executive order strengthening statewide sex trafficking prevention and response
What you need to know: Today, Governor Newsom signed an executive order establishing a coordinated, statewide effort to develop an anti-sex trafficking roadmap that prioritizes survivors and prevention tactics. The executive order builds on work...
Governor Newsom Announces Deployment of California Personnel to Support Flooding in Texas and Wildfires in Oregon
What you need to know: California is deploying over 100 highly trained personnel to Texas and Oregon to support emergency response efforts to flooding and wildfires. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of California...
Power Outage Preparedness
As summer continues to bring high heat and dry conditions to much of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you and your family to be prepared if the power goes out. Preparing for a Power Outage Here...
California Continues to Preposition Firefighting Resources Ahead of Elevated Fire Weather
As elevated fire weather conditions continue across California, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned firefighting resources to Ventura, Santa Barbara and Los Angeles counties to strengthen local...
Governor Newsom announces deployment of California firefighters to support wildfire efforts in Oregon
What you need to know: California is deploying 10 CAL FIRE firefighters in critical leadership positions to help Oregon fight the over 2,656-acre East Evans Creek Fire. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California is deploying...
As California heads into a hotter, drier season, Governor Newsom launches One Less Spark wildfire prevention campaign
With elevated fire risk testing the state this week, the campaign builds on record investment in wildfire prevention and readiness What you need to know: California is launching the One Less Spark campaign, a statewide public awareness effort aimed...