Where coordination meets the crisis: Fire service leaders convene for first FIRESCOPE meeting of the year
Effective coordination is critical to maintaining control and protecting lives, especially in emergency response operations. In California, that need for unity led to the creation of FIRESCOPE (FIrefighting RESources of California Organized...
Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Still Available for LA Survivors
Survivors of the 2025 LA Wildfires are encouraged to check back in with FEMA and request rental assistance or repair funds if their insurance Additional Living Expenses (ALE) have run out, or if they have received final insurance settlements and...
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series- Isamar Garcia
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...
What is Human Trafficking? Raising awareness during January
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) works to combat human trafficking and to support its survivors. Human trafficking is best described as the exploitation of another for...
California State Warning Center Mobile Command Unit Is Now Operational
Focusing on operational continuity, the California State Warning Center (CSWC) Mobile Command Unit (MCU) adds capacity to Cal OES to ensure the safety of all Californians during emergencies. The 53-foot MCU can accommodate up to fourteen staff and...
A Year After the LA Fires: Pacific Palisades and Altadena Communities Recover
One year ago, the Palisades and Eaton Fires burned more than 38,000 acres and destroyed over 16,000 structures across Southern California communities. When 80-100 mph hurricane-level offshore winds fueled fast-moving firestorms across Southern...
New Year’s Storm Prepositioned Resources and Statewide Shelters
Through the Governor’s direction, Cal OES has prepositioned fire and rescue personnel and resources in Southern California, in areas most at risk for flooding, mud and debris flows. Data as of 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Prepositioned...
One year after LA fires: California deploys firefighting resources and advanced technology, accelerates prevention efforts
What you need to know: One year after the LA fires, California has deployed new firefighting equipment and cutting-edge technology—assigning five Type-6 fire engines to Los Angeles, expanding the world’s largest aerial firefighting fleet, and...
One year after Los Angeles firestorms, California continues all-of-government community recovery efforts
State collaborates with local partners to accelerate rebuilding and meet needs What you need to know: California continues to help survivors by building on efforts that have accelerated recovery and supported communities — working with...
Local Assistance Center to Open in San Bernardino County in Response to 2025 Late December Storms
In partnership with San Bernardino County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is supporting the opening of a Local Assistance Center (LAC) on January 8 in response to the 2025 late December Storms. The LAC will provide...
King Tides Rolling Back into California this Week
King tides are expected to roll back into California, bringing high surf, strong rip currents and a threat of minor to moderate coastal flooding in some areas this week. According to the National Ocean Service, a king tide is a non-scientific term...
Governor Newsom prepositions emergency resources in Southern California ahead of New Year’s Storm
SACRAMENTO – With another round of strong winter storms forecast to arrive over the New Year’s holiday, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the state is taking proactive steps to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions across...
Cal OES Year in Review
Preposition, response, recovery and rebuild, California’s core resilience elements were tested by various emergencies and disasters in 2025. While the intensity of each emergency varied, the State responded to each with urgency to ensure the safety...
2025 Late December Storms Prepositioned Resources and Statewide Shelters
Data as of 8am, Wednesday, December 31, 2025: In coordination with the California Department of Social Services and local partners, all congregate shelters are now closed. Data as of 8am, Tuesday, December 30, 2025: Shelters: The California...
Staying Safe in High Winds
High winds can occur any time of year and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants all Californians to be aware, be prepared and stay safe. Wind patterns can shift rapidly and unexpectedly, making it challenging for...