Preposition, response, recovery and rebuild, California’s core resilience elements were tested by various emergencies and disasters in 2025. While the intensity of each emergency varied, the State responded to each with urgency to ensure the safety of all...

Data as of 8am, Wednesday, December 31, 2025: In coordination with the California Department of Social Services and local partners, all congregate shelters are now closed. Data as of 8am, Tuesday, December 30, 2025: Shelters: The California Governor’s Office of...

High winds can occur any time of year and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants all Californians to be aware, be prepared and stay safe.   Wind patterns can shift rapidly and unexpectedly, making it challenging for residents and...

Storm season is a time to be prepared, but the work doesn’t stop when the skies clear. Knowing what to do after a storm is just as important as preparing for it. At the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, we remind all Californians that the moments...

Emergency declaration unlocks resources and state assistance SACRAMENTO — Taking assertive steps to protect Californians from a series of powerful storms, Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino,...