News and updates from Cal OES
Update on Federal Assistance for January Winter Storms
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the state of California is committed to maximizing state and federal aid to those who have been adversely impacted by the winter storms. Now that a Major Disaster has been declared by President...
Cal OES Prepositions Resources as Storm Continues to Impact the State
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
Update on San Bernardino County Storm Impacts
The Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is coordinating closely with San Bernardino County Officials to provide assistance to the communities impacted by this storm. This includes working with Caltrans to bring in additional snow plows and road crews, opening a...
Cal OES Prepositions Additional Flood Fighting Resources Due to Winter Storm
As a significant weather storm impacts parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is proactively coordinating the prepositioning of flood fighting personnel to be available if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include:...
De-icing with Salt Safely
During freezing temperatures, salt is commonly used as a de-icer to melt ice and snow from roads, sidewalks, and other surfaces. While salt can be effective at preventing slips and falls, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like to...