News and updates from Cal OES
Tsunami Preparedness Week: Safety and Awareness
As the state’s premier emergency management agency, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to monitor all disasters around the clock, including tsunamis. In recognition of annual Tsunami Preparedness Week, Cal OES encourages you...
Cal OES Goes Full Court Press on Preparation During March Madness
With the 2024 NCAA basketball tournament now in full swing. The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Invites you to take your best shot at disaster preparedness. Beginning March 28, you can vote on what item is most essential to have you in...
Governor Newsom Expands Storm State of Emergency, Requests Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for Early February Storms
Supporting the ongoing recovery from early February storms, Governor Gavin Newsom today expanded the storm state of emergency declared last month to 11 additional counties – Alameda, Butte, Glenn, Lake, Mendocino, Monterey, Sacramento, San Francisco, Santa Cruz,...
Food Benefits Available for People Impacted by Late January 2024 Storms
Updated - March 27, 2024. Disaster CalFresh is no longer offered in San Diego County - deadline has passed. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) along with state, local and federal partners, continues to assist San Diego County...
Cal OES Announces Approval of More than $8,400 in CDAA Reimbursements to Help El Dorado County Cover Mosquito Fire Response Costs
SACRAMENTO -- The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced the approval in February of $8,457.90 in California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA 2022-08) funding to help El Dorado County cover eligible costs it incurred in response to...