News and updates from Cal OES
Governor Newsom announces major expansion of mortgage relief program, with a four-fold increase in payments to survivors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, February 12, 2026 Governor's Press Office: (916) 445-4571 What you need to know: Disaster-affected homeowners now qualify for one year of mortgage relief through Governor Newsom’s expansion of the state’s CalAssist mortgage relief...
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series- Omar Ochoa
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 OES) staff have met...
Storm Season Safety
As cooler, wetter months bring new interrelated challenges to our state, like floods, wind, power outages, mudslides, deep snow and cold temperatures, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is taking action to protect all California...
Federal Assistance Available: SBA Offering Low Interest Disaster Loans for 2026 early January storm, tidal flooding and King Tides
Federal assistance is available for Californians affected by the 2026 Early January Storm, Tidal Flooding and King Tides. Low interest disaster loans are available to California businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from...
Governor Newsom welcomes the world to Super Bowl LX
SACRAMENTO – As California prepares to host Super Bowl LX, Governor Gavin Newsom today welcomes fans from across the globe to the Bay Area as the state fully mobilizes to support a safe, secure, and successful event for all. Working with local leaders, game day...