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< 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 San Bernardino to be able to respond if needed.  The prepositioned fire resources include:  San Bernardino County:  […]

2 mn readAs temperatures continue to increase, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat this summer. Some populations are at a higher risk for heat related illnesses, including people with access and functional needs (AFN) like people with disabilities, older adults, children, limited English proficiency and transportation disadvantaged. Here are […]

2 mn readHow Can Older Adults Stay Safe During an Extreme Heat Event? Take high temperatures seriously, especially for individuals over 65 years old. With increasing climate change and the severity of prolonged heat emergencies, Cal OES and the California Department of Public Health remind Californians of our collective responsibility to prepare and respond to protect vulnerable […]

< 1 mn readSACRAMENTO – As Tropical Storm Beryl makes its way toward Southern Texas, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of California firefighters to assist in staffing a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Support Team which will provide assistance for two FEMA Type 3 Urban Search and Rescue Teams.  In close coordination with FEMA, the Office of […]

< 1 mn readSACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppress the French Fire in Mariposa County. The French Fire ignited yesterday evening and has burned 843 acres, forcing the evacuation of […]

2 mn readHigh temperatures are expected to persist across the state, with triple-digit weather in many regions through the weekend. If you’re looking to spend time outside, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants to remind you about the importance of staying safe. Here are some tips if you’re planning to go hiking – […]

< 1 mn readAs California endures persistent wildfires, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is coordinating with the California Department of Social Services and local governments to ensure impacted communities have access to shelters and vital services. For specific shelter operation details, please contact your local authorities. As of July 3, 2024, the following shelters […]

< 1 mn readBUTTE COUNTY – Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency in Butte County to support the response to the Thompson Fire, which has burned approximately 4,000 acres and forced the evacuation of thousands of residents. A copy of the proclamation can be found here. The Governor yesterday announced that California secured a Fire Management […]

2 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 multiple counties to be able to respond if needed.  The prepositioned fire resources include:  Los Angeles County […]