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< 1 mn readHazardous materials cleanup is 100% complete for the Eaton and Palisades fires marking an important milestone in the post-fire recovery process. “The completion of Phase 1 debris removal by the U.S. EPA marks a significant milestone in our recovery efforts. This critical first step ensures that household hazardous materials are safely removed, protecting public health,” […]

2 mn read(Please scroll below for Spanish translation) Pasadena, CA – California and federal partners today announced a new Joint Field Office (JFO) Annex established through the support of Kaiser Permanente. The Annex Office will play a critical role in enhancing collaboration with partners and stakeholders that are assisting the impacted communities during the recovery process. “We […]

4 mn readWhat you need to know: More than 9,000 properties were cleared of hazardous materials in less than 30 days – marking the fastest-ever hazardous debris removal effort in the nation. LOS ANGELES – In less than 30 days, federal and state crews have substantially completed wildfire hazardous debris cleanup for the Eaton and Palisades fires, as […]

2 mn readThe Disaster Recovery Centers in Los Angeles County help residents affected by the wildfires continue their recovery. Starting Sunday, March 2, these locations will be closed on Sundays. Disaster Recovery Centers will remain open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday – Saturday. FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers UCLA Research Park West 10850 West Pico Boulevard., Los […]

2 mn readCal OES will host a series of Public Assistance Applicants’ Briefings beginning Monday, February 24, to help potential applicants navigate requirements. The Public Assistance program provides financial assistance to government entities to help repair, replace or restore damaged public infrastructure and facilities, following a federally declared disaster or emergency. Private non-profits and special districts, including […]

< 1 mn readIn response to the deadly flooding in Kentucky, Governor Gavin Newsom has authorized the deployment of four incident support team (IST) personnel to assist in ongoing response and recovery efforts. These personnel will provide critical support to local and state agencies working to address the impacts of the disaster. Their deployment has no impact on […]

< 1 mn readAs of February 14, students from eight schools that were damaged or destroyed by the Eaton and Palisades fires have resumed instruction in-person or online. In accordance with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-6-25, the Interagency Schools Task Force worked to support schools and the more than 5,000 displaced students affected by the LA fires. The […]

2 mn readDuring heavy rain events, stay vigilant in burn scar areas  The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is geared up to address any potential hazards, such as mudslides, debris flows and other incidents triggered by excessive precipitation.   The Cal OES Watershed and Debris Flow Task Force is actively overseeing high-risk zones to […]

< 1 mn readGovernor Newsom issues emergency proclamation to help Santa Cruz recover from destructive winter storms SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for Santa Cruz County to assist in recovery from the December 2024 winter storm that resulted in the partial collapse of Santa Cruz’s municipal wharf. The emergency proclamation authorizes the Governor’s […]

2 mn readLOS ANGELES, CA – As heavy rains threaten Eaton and Palisades burn scar areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Watershed and Debris Flow Task Force has proactively placed 630,250 feet of critical watershed protection materials throughout Eaton and Palisades burn scar areas. More than 500 state personnel including environmental experts, engineers, […]