News and updates from Cal OES
Storm Season Safety: Hitting the Road After a Storm
This series of storms brought major rainfall to many counties across California. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) continues to coordinate with state partners like CHP and Cal Trans to keep all Californians stay safe on the road during...
Cal OES Mounted All-In Storm Response in Southern California
As a series of storms struck Southern California, the state mounted an all-in mission to support communities and keep them safe. Starting in late January, Governor Gavin Newsom directed an all-of-government response to storms that have impacted nearly all of...
Storm Season Safety: What to do AFTER a Power Outage?
When inclement weather affects a community, power may be interrupted. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like to help you and your household safely navigate the return of power to your home during this storm season. Check...
Surviving the Storm: Beware of Post-Disaster Scams
In light of recent storms, it's important for Californians to be mindful of potential fraud and scams that too often emerge during disasters. Some people target emergency survivors, trying to rip them off, steal personal information or impersonate government staff....
Storm Season Safety: What to do AFTER a Severe Storm
After this recent series of storms, The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to be prepared for what follows disasters. Cal OES also continues to work closely with local and federal partners to help all Californians...