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...
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...
Be prepared for the upcoming weather changes
The Fall season have the potential to bring heavy wind, rain, snow and other impacts. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like everyone to be aware and prepared for this time of the year. Now is the time to make...
California deploys resources to support Arizona and Puerto Rico facing multiple hazards
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of multiple personnel to Arizona and Puerto Rico in response to multiple hazards. This deployment includes two logistics experts from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Nic Luncsford, Senior Emergency Services Coordinator, Situation Cell
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...
Federal Assistance Now Available: SBA Offering Low Interest Disaster Loans for TCU September Lightning Complex Fire
Federal assistance is now available for survivors of the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire. Low interest disaster loans are now available to California businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the...
Trump’s shutdown leaves California disaster readiness in jeopardy
SACRAMENTO — With the federal government shut down by Trump and Republicans, Governor Gavin Newsom today highlighted one impact that could threaten the safety of communities across the state: disaster preparedness, response and recovery. As of this...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Building a Cyber Secure California
Data breaches, malware, phishing, and social engineering are not just words, but examples of cyber threats that could compromise vital services fundamental to our daily lives. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), along...
National Preparedness Month Wrap-up
Governor Gavin Newsom has proclaimed September as National Preparedness Month. As the month comes to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the key information Cal OES has shared along the way. It is important for Californians to take protective...
Governor Newsom signs law to provide fire survivors with stronger mortgage relief
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 22, 2025 Governor's Press Office: (916) 445-4571 What you need to know: Governor Newsom today signed into law legislation to help homeowners affected by the Los Angeles fires receive mortgage relief....
Governor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties recover from TCU Lightning Complex Fires
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties to assist in recovery from the recent TCU Lightning Complex Fires that burned over 13,000 acres and destroyed or damaged over 100...
California announces funding to create thousands of affordable homes for California families
30 affordable housing projects to create more than 2,000 homes across California FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 22, 2025 Governor's Press Office: (916) 445-4571 What you need to know: California is continuing to advance Governor Newsom’s...
California prepares state resources ahead of heavy rain, dry lightning, and increased fire threats
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has predeployed resources throughout the state and is closely monitoring weather conditions that bring the potential for localized heavy rain, dry lightning, and gusty winds that...
Governor Newsom proclaims Preparedness Month
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring September 2025 as "Preparedness Month." The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATION This year began with some of the most destructive fires...
Statewide Anti-Hate Hotline Receives Nearly 1,200 Reports of Hate in 2024
California vs Hate continues to see demand for support People sought additional assistance in over two-thirds of hate reports SACRAMENTO – The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) today released new statistics demonstrating ongoing demand for...