News and updates from Cal OES
Stay Hydrated: Tips and Tricks for Warmer Weather
With the weather starting to warm up across California, it’s important to stay mindful of your hydration. As temperatures rise, your body loses water more quickly, especially during outdoor work or physical activity. Staying hydrated helps you maintain energy,...
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Sahana Sarkar
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...
Shelters Available for Communities Impacted by the 2026 Mid-February Storms
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local partners to ensure communities impacted by the 2026 Mid-February Storms have access to shelters and vital services. For...
Emergency Resources Prepositioned Ahead of State-wide Storm
With the potential for heavy rainfall and flooding throughout the state over the next week, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is prepositioning fire and rescue personnel and resources in areas most at risk for flooding, mud and debris...
Federal Assistance Available: SBA Offers Low Interest Disaster Loans for Late 2025 December Storm
Economic injury loans available for small businesses and private nonprofits Low interest disaster loans are available to small businesses and private nonprofit organizations to offset economic losses from the 2025 late December Storm, between Dec. 16 -26, 2026. The...