Federal Disaster Assistance Deadline Fast Approaching
In an effort to assist California communities to repair and rebuild following severe storms in February and March, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), along with local, state and federal partners are reminding...
Cal OES Debris Removal Team Assists Lahaina Wildfire Recovery on Maui
In a show of interstate solidarity and expertise, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has dispatched a team of wildfire debris removal specialists to aid in the recovery efforts following the devastating Lahaina...
Federal Housing Agency Provides $115 Million in Disaster Recovery Funds to California
In a significant move to bolster disaster recovery efforts in California, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a $115 million award for California to recover from recent disasters and emergencies. In continuing its...
Southern California Communities Recovering Following Tropical Storm Hilary
As we move beyond the storm that blew over most of Southern California, the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working to assist counties as they clean up and recover from the impacts of Tropical Storm Hilary. Cal OES is working...
Shelters for Residents Impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary Now Closed
In response to Tropical Storm Hilary, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services coordinated with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted Californians had access to shelters and vital...
In Wake of Cook’s Corner Mass Shooting, Governor Newsom Issues Statement and Urges Californians to Use Life-Saving Red Flag Laws
ORANGE COUNTY — In the wake of last night’s mass shooting in Trabuco Canyon that left at least three victims dead and six individuals wounded, Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a statement regarding the incident and urged all Californians to use...
Resources at the Ready: Cal OES Disaster Logistics
Helping Californians prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) supports communities by providing them with the resources they need. Through disaster logistics, teams from...
Cal OES Prepositions Swiftwater Rescue Teams as Flooding from Tropical Storm Hilary Lingers
Working proactively to place swiftwater resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in Southern California to be able to respond...
Shelters Available for Residents Impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary
In response to Tropical Storm Hilary, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services coordinated with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted Californians had access to shelters and vital...
California’s International Coordination with Mexico During Hurricane Hilary
California continues its international leadership in the response to a historic storm impacting western North America, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) worked with the Mexican states of Baja California and Baja...
As Southern California Endures Impacts from Tropical Storm Hilary, Cal OES Prepositions Critical Swift Water Rescue Equipment, Personnel
Working proactively to place swiftwater resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in Southern California to be able to respond...
Cal OES Prepositions Swiftwater Resources, Personnel in Southern California Ahead of Hurricane Hilary
Working proactively to place swiftwater resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in Southern California to be able to respond...
Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency As Hurricane Hilary Approaches California
Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency As Hurricane Hilary Approaches California WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: California continues to mobilize ahead of Hurricane Hilary’s projected landfall in Southern California. People are urged to...
Don’t Forget to Protect Your Furry Family Members as Hurricane Hilary Approaches
As California braces for wind, flooding and other impacts of Hurricane Hilary, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) urges the public to take steps to prepare their families, and pets too! One of the most important steps...
Southern California Residents Urged to Prepare for Hurricane Hilary Impact
The National Weather Service is warning that severe tropical weather could impact several parts of California starting this weekend. In advance of the storm, residents are urged to stay away from parks, deserts, waterways and off-roadways, and...