Family Emergency Plan: Life-Saving Preparedness
Disasters can create chaos and confusion. If you aren’t prepared when an emergency happens, you may make decisions that could further compromise your safety. It doesn’t matter if it’s extreme heat, flooding, or wildfires; the more prepared you are...
National Search and Rescue Week: Recognizing All First Responders
Whether you’re stuck under debris after an earthquake, gotten lost during a hike, or having an emergency in the water, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) stands ready to deploy search and rescue teams, working with...
Don’t Wait for Disaster: Sign up for Emergency Alerts Now
Signing up for emergency alerts provides essential time and information ahead of a disaster, as well as updated guidance during, to help ensure the safety of you and your family during an emergency. Every California county offers free emergency...
Inclusive Emergency Strategies: How Californians Can Prepare for Accessible Evacuations
When disasters strike, vulnerable populations are often disproportionately affected. That’s why it’s imperative to have an emergency plan in place and a go-bag packed and ready in case of an evacuation or disaster. The California Governor’s Office...
Kids in Hot Cars
As summer approaches, California’s temperatures are rising, so it’s a great time for families to raise their awareness of kids in hot cars. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is here to remind you that when the...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Liana Toledo
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...
Heat Safety Tips for Kids
As California enters the warmer summer months, it’s important for families to pay close attention to the health and well-being of their children. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) would like everyone to know some tips...
Wildfire Preparedness Week: State Highlights Partnerships Ahead of Wildfire Season
As the state’s lead emergency management agency, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) responds to a variety of all-hazard incidents throughout the state, including wildfires. As California recognizes Wildfire...
Ahead of Peak Wildfire Season, State Adds Barona and Viejas Fire Departments to California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System
Continuing to build partnerships with Tribal Governments, these additions amplifies the robust California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System SAN DIEGO – Continuing efforts to keep California communities safe from all-hazard disasters, including...
High Surf Expected in Southern California this Weekend
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Los Angeles is warning Southern California residents about the possibility of large ocean waves and dangerous swimming and surf conditions this weekend. "Strong to gale force winds and dangerous choppy seas...
What to do if High Winds are Affecting You
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, prepared and stay safe. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Cal OES are...
Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I Am Cal OES Video Series – Guadalupe Martínez, Staff Services Analyst for Fire and Rescue Fleet
Over the past several years, the state has experienced unprecedented emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff has...
Understanding Individual Assistance and Public Assistance
Following a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) assists California communities that may have access to federal aid resources known as Individual Assistance and Public Assistance...
Communication and collaboration between Cal OES and all Tribal Nations in California
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is the state’s leader in responding, directing, and coordinating state and federal resources to support local jurisdictions and communities for an emergency or disaster. Office of...
Comunicación y coordinación entre Cal OES y todas las naciones tribales de California
La Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) es el líder del estado en la respuesta, dirección y coordinación de recursos estatales y federales para apoyar a las jurisdicciones y comunidades a través de actividades...