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< 1 mn readBringing together seismic experts and state leaders, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) through the Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission is meeting on Thursday, July 18 in Sacramento. What: Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission Meeting When: July 18, 2024 at 10 a.m. How to attend: In-person at Cal OES 10370 […]
< 1 mn readOver 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 new challenge head-on. The nearly 2,000 staff at Cal OES have responded to increasingly complex disasters […]
2 mn read*(SPANISH INFORMATION BELOW THE ENGLISH VERSION) A Pet is an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. Through the California Animal Emergency Response System (CARES), The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds you that If local officials ask you to evacuate, that means […]
3 mn readThere are various factors that cause power outages. Whether it’s due to a disaster, extreme heat or other climate driven impacts, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to be prepared if the power goes out. Some populations such as people with access and functional needs (AFN) – including those with disabilities, older […]
< 1 mn readSACRAMENTO — To augment security efforts at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, California has deployed 61 law enforcement officers to Wisconsin through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) in support of local, state and federal law enforcement partners at the Convention. The request for these officers has been planned since May 2024 and is being coordinated by […]
2 mn readAs significant wildfires continue to impact many parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind all Californians about the importance of being prepared. High heat and dry conditions are contributing to dangerous wildfire conditions. To keep people safe, law enforcement often issues evacuation warnings or orders ahead […]
3 mn readWith triple digit temperatures, we know it’s tempting to hit the water. Before you go out to any body of water, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages you to practice these safety tips to keep you and your loved one safe. Keep in mind these safety tips when swimming: Watch kids […]
2 mn readWith an increased threat of thunderstorms and dry lightning over the weekend, the risk of critical fire weather remains high. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in multiple counties to be able […]
2 mn readAs summer continues to bring high heat and dry conditions to much of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you and your family to be prepared if the power goes out. Preparing for a Power Outage Here are some steps you can take now to prepare for a […]
< 1 mn readAs critical fire weather persists across the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas. Cal OES has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in Riverside County to be able to respond if needed. The prepositioned fire resources include: Riverside County: 4 […]
