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< 1 mn readSACRAMENTO – As hot, dry conditions and strong winds continue to propel dangerous wildfire conditions across the West, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of fire and rescue personnel to New Mexico to aid in human remains detection coordination and recovery efforts. In close coordination with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Governor Newsom […]

2 mn readMientras los incendios forestales continúan ardiendo en todo el estado, la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Gobernador de California (Cal OES) invita a todos los californianos a implementar medidas de seguridad, no solo ahora, sino todo el año, para estar preparados para desastres y emergencias. Prepare un plan. Preparar su kit de emergencia. Los […]

< 1 mn readAs wildfires continue to burn across the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Califorians to take steps now and all-year long to prepare for disasters and emergencies. As we enter peak wildfire season, Cal OES emphasizes the importance of being prepared for a wildfire. Taking a few steps now […]

< 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 […]

< 1 mn readWorking proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in Los Angeles County to be able to respond if needed.  The prepositioned fire resources include:  Los Angeles County: 5 Local Government Engines 1 Local Government Water Tender 1 […]

< 1 mn readWorking proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (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: 5 Local Government Engines 1 Local Government Water Tender 1 Local […]

< 1 mn readWorking proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (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:   Santa Barbara County: 5 Local Government Engines, Type 3  1 Local Government Helicopter  1 […]

< 1 mn readWorking proactively to place firefighting resources in high-risk areas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical fire engines and personnel in Santa Barbara County to be able to respond if needed.  The prepositioned fire resources include:   Santa Barbara County:  5 Local Government Engines, Type 3  1 Local Government Helicopter  […]

2 mn readJune is Pet Preparedness Month and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to ensuring your furry family members are safe and prepared. With temperatures increasing so does the risk of overheating when playing outdoors. It’s important to know the signs of heat illness in animals. Look out for: Excessive panting […]

< 1 mn readRecognizing June 7 as Gun Violence Awareness Day, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is highlighting the importance of available tools in reducing incidents of gun violence in California communities. A Gun Violence Restraining Order, or GVRO, is a temporary action taken by a local court when someone is at risk or […]