News and updates from Cal OES
California deploys resources to Southern California ahead of significant early season storm
At the direction of Governor Gavin Newsom, the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today approved the preposition of mud and debris flow resources in Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange and Santa Barbara counties starting Monday evening, October 13, 2025....
Governor Newsom pre-deploys resources ahead of potential storm impacts in Imperial and San Bernardino counties
SAN BERNARDINO– Governor Gavin Newsom today approved the prepositioning of fire and rescue resources in Imperial and San Bernardino counties in response to extreme weather conditions forecast to impact the areas starting Thursday, October 9, through Saturday, October...
Hiring a Licensed Contractor After a Wildfire: Tips and Best Practices
Survivors of the Eaton and Palisades fires may be eager to begin the rebuilding process, but it’s important to move forward with caution. Homeowners can often fall for scams during this vulnerable time. Taking a few extra steps now can save you significant time,...
Great California ShakeOut Tour to Stop in Four California Cities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 8, 2025 CONTACT: media@caloes.ca.gov Public invited to learn from experts and experience an earthquake simulator MATHER, CA – Building upon California’s leadership to implement a first-in-the-nation earthquake alert system and...
State and FEMA In-Person Support to End at Survivor Support Locations in Los Angeles County
As the demand for in-person services for the Eaton and Palisades fires has decreased over time, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) will end in-person presence at 5 p.m. on October 17,...