News and updates from Cal OES
1,774 critical resources prepositioned ahead of 204 fire and severe weather events: 2024 California year in review
When resources like fire engines or swift water search and rescue teams are strategically placed before an incident, it allows local fire departments and firefighters to respond more rapidly when time is critical. In the emergency management world, that's called...
Disaster areas are prime hunting grounds for scammers, Cal OES encourages residents to be alert
Disasters can cause stress and leave survivors in vulnerable conditions. Unfortunately, this can become a prime opportunity for scammers to attack. After a disaster, con artists, or other criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or...
Cal OES announces $22.6 million in cybersecurity grants to 113 state, local and tribal governments
Aiming to enhance the state’s resilience against cyber threats, the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced $22,663,470 in cybersecurity grant funding to protect local governments, school districts, special districts, and federally...
January 24 Deadline for Victim Service Providers to Apply for New One-Time Funding Opportunity through Cal OES Grants
Flexible Assistance for Survivors Pilot Program Launches SACRAMENTO – The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is announcing the release of a competitive funding opportunity to assist victims/survivors of crime. The new program, Flexible...
Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Aykanush Mikayelyan, Associate Governmental Program Analyst
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 OES) staff has met each...