California Deploys Additional Personnel to Support Colorado Response and Recovery Efforts
California is once again answering the call to help communities in need by deploying one Geographic Information System (GIS) specialist from the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and three mass care and shelter operations...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Corinne Barbee
Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal...
Governor Newsom announces $12.5 million in community emergency preparedness to help Californians get “Ready” for the next disaster
Grants expand disaster readiness for California’s most vulnerable communities as federal cuts threaten local programs What you need to know: Since the beginning of the Newsom administration, California has invested $100 million toward supporting...
Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Still Available for Los Angeles County Wildfire Survivors
The July 9, 2026, deadline has been extended to July 9, 2027, for qualified homeowners and to October 9, 2026, for renters working toward permanent, safe housing following the 2025 Los Angeles County wildfires. If you still...
FIFA World Cup 2026: Many Matches. Zero Tolerance for Exploitation
Human trafficking is a global crime that affects millions of people and can occur anywhere, at any time, including major sporting events. While sporting events do not cause trafficking, they bring large numbers of fans and visitors that increases...
Community Resources for Garden Grove Hazmat Incident
Cal OES remains engaged with local, state, and federal partners to support ongoing recovery efforts in the City of Garden Grove following last month’s chemical incident. Protecting public health and safety continues to guide recovery operations,...
Cal OES prepositions firefighting resources ahead of Red Flag Warning fire weather in Southern California
Hot, windy and dry weather is currently sweeping through Southern California. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Red Flag Warning through Saturday, June 27 at 11 p.m., for a wide portion of the Pacific Southwest, including areas of San...
California’s earthquake warning system notified over one million people ahead of Northern California quake
Even as Trump undermines disaster readiness, California’s investments in first-in-the-nation early warning system are delivering for residents What you need to know: California’s Earthquake Early Warning System delivered advance alerts to more than...
Governor Newsom welcomes FEMA extension to help Los Angeles fire survivors continue recovery
What you need to know: Following advocacy from Governor Newsom, the California Congressional delegation, local leaders, and community partners, FEMA has approved an extension of critical disaster assistance for Los Angeles fire survivors, ensuring...
Governor Newsom proclaims State of Emergency in Los Angeles for the Boyle Heights fire response
California predeploys public health and emergency resources, including 5.5 million N95 masks What you need to know: Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a State of Emergency for Los Angeles County in response to the ongoing warehouse fire in the...
California prepositions resources in anticipation of elevated fire threat in Sierra and Plumas counties
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) approved the prepositioning of resources in Sierra County from June 18 through June 20, 2026, in response to the Fire Weather Watch, paired with potential dry lightning starting...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Desiree Taylor
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has nearly 2000 staff ready to meet emergencies head on at any moment. Of course to meet those duties our staff needs a ride and that’s where Fleet Services shines. Desiree Taylor is...
Governor Newsom Announces Low-Interest Loans Available for Orange County Businesses Impacted by Last Month’s Chemical Incident
SACRAMENTO - As California continues supporting recovery efforts following last month's chemical incident in Orange County, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced additional economic recovery assistance for eligible small businesses and private...
Going To a World Cup Match in California? Here Are Some Things To Know
From June 12 through July 11, California is hosting 14 FIFA World Cup matches in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. Cal OES's priority is to help ensure that residents and visitors alike can safely enjoy the excitement, energy, and global...
Game on! California mobilizes for a safe and successful FIFA World Cup 2026
State activates security operations, deploys resources and steps onto the global stage ready to deliver for visitors from around the world. What you need to know: California is putting its World Cup game plan into action ahead of FIFA World...