Storm season is a time to be prepared, but the work doesn’t stop when the skies clear. Knowing what to do after a storm is just as important as preparing for it. At the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, we remind all Californians...

Emergency declaration unlocks resources and state assistance SACRAMENTO — Taking assertive steps to protect Californians from a series of powerful storms, Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency in Los Angeles, Orange,...

As a series of storms move through California, Cal OES continues to monitor the weather around the clock for possible impacts to communities and reminds all Californians to stay prepared for possible flooding. Sandbags can reduce the risk of damage...

What you need to know: State agencies and local partners continue to coordinate across California to advance preparedness and support response efforts as a series of atmospheric rivers bring heavy rain, snow, flooding threats, and high winds...

What you need to know: As California enters the peak of the winter storm season, Governor Gavin Newsom is expanding on a coordinated, statewide readiness effort, including Cal OES pre-deploying swiftwater and debris flow resources in nine counties...

What you need to know: Governor Newsom visited the Los Angeles recovery area yesterday to visit with survivors and learn about efforts to help accelerate rebuilding, including two initiatives funded through LA Rises. The Governor also visited homes...

What you need to know: Governor Newsom announced the deployment of California fire and rescue resources to Washington state to support flood response efforts. SACRAMENTO – Due to ongoing severe flooding in Washington state, Governor Gavin Newsom...

Federal assistance is now available for survivors of the Pack Fire. Low interest disaster loans are now available to California businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the fires from November 13,...

Ahead of the holiday season, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages those who plan to travel to take steps now to be prepared. Know Before You Go Unpredictable weather can mean road conditions and routes are...

Emergency declaration unlocks state resources for fire recovery SACRAMENTO – Today, Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency in Mono County to support ongoing recovery efforts for communities impacted by the Pack Fire. The fire ignited...

25 people housed in recently opened state-funded shelter  What you need to know: The Governor’s SAFE Task Force conducted an encampment operation in Long Beach, helping shelter 25 people and 8 pets in a newly opened state-funded Homekey shelter....

What you need to know: California stands with the Stockton community amid the horrific mass shooting nearly one week ago. STOCKTON – As the Stockton community continues to grapple with the horrific shooting that claimed the lives of four young...

This week, Cal OES welcomes you to learn more about Daniel Martinez, Tribal Liaison with the Cal OES Office of Tribal Coordination. Daniel Martinez is the Northern California Tribal Liaison with the Cal OES Office of Tribal Coordination. He has...

Thanksgiving is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends. But the preparation of a holiday dinner can create unexpected hazards. Even brief distractions in the kitchen can result in serious fires. The California Governor's Office of...

What happened in Tulare County five years ago is now shaping the ability of firefighters to respond to derailment incidents across the State. At around 6:30 a.m. on November 23, 2020, the Union Pacific southbound mixed freight train derailed with...