News and updates from Cal OES
One year after LA fires: California deploys firefighting resources and advanced technology, accelerates prevention efforts
What you need to know: One year after the LA fires, California has deployed new firefighting equipment and cutting-edge technology—assigning five Type-6 fire engines to Los Angeles, expanding the world’s largest aerial firefighting fleet, and launching the state’s...
One year after Los Angeles firestorms, California continues all-of-government community recovery efforts
State collaborates with local partners to accelerate rebuilding and meet needs What you need to know: California continues to help survivors by building on efforts that have accelerated recovery and supported communities — working with on-the-ground partners to shape...
Local Assistance Center to Open in San Bernardino County in Response to 2025 Late December Storms
In partnership with San Bernardino County, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is supporting the opening of a Local Assistance Center (LAC) on January 8 in response to the 2025 late December Storms. The LAC will provide support services to...
King Tides Rolling Back into California this Week
King tides are expected to roll back into California, bringing high surf, strong rip currents and a threat of minor to moderate coastal flooding in some areas this week. According to the National Ocean Service, a king tide is a non-scientific term people often use to...
Governor Newsom prepositions emergency resources in Southern California ahead of New Year’s Storm
SACRAMENTO – With another round of strong winter storms forecast to arrive over the New Year’s holiday, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that the state is taking proactive steps to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions across California. The Governor has...