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Memorial Day Weekend Safety Tips

3 mn readDuring this Memorial Day Weekend – the unofficial start of summer, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) reminds Californians to be prepared and consider the following safety tips: SAFETY TIPS FOR BOATING AND WATER SEASON: Conduct a Vessel Check: Make sure you have the right safety equipment on board your boat such […]

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Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, Governor Newsom launches ready.ca.gov

2 mn readSACRAMENTO – With seasonal challenges on the horizon as temperatures increase and Californians head outside, Governor Gavin Newsom visited the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today to announce ready.ca.gov – a new, one-stop shop for Californians to prepare for emergencies and extreme weather. The new website is part of Listos California, which is […]

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Preparing our Homegrown Emergency Managers of Tomorrow: Cal OES Shows 700 Students How to Prepare for Any Disaster

2 mn readNATOMAS, CA.– Students everywhere are hearing summer vacation calling, but for some, learning doesn’t take a break, at least when it comes to disasters and emergencies. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) taught 700 transitional kindergarten through fifth grade students how to properly prepare for a disaster today at Twin Rivers Elementary […]

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Disaster Assistance Loans Available to Businesses and Residents Affected by the Jan. 31 to Feb. 9 Storms

< 1 mn readAs a part of on-going recovery efforts across the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Service’s (Cal OES) continues to assist and serve communities in the aftermath of disasters.   On May 16, 2024, at California’s request, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is now offering low-interest federal disaster loans to businesses and residents […]

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La misión de Cal OES trasciende fronteras

3 mn readA través de la historia, el compromiso de los equipos de la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del gobernador de California se ha manifestado en decenas de misiones, no solo en Estados Unidos, sino también fuera del País. No importa si se trata de un sismo, de un huracán, de incendios forestales o inundaciones, cuando […]

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Emergencies Across Borders: Cal OES on the Global Stage

2 mn readThroughout history, the commitment of the subject matter experts and specialized personnel from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has proven itself in dozens of missions, not only within the United States, but also abroad. Whether it’s an earthquake, a hurricane, wildfires or floods, when another state or nation comes calling for […]

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Remembering Mount St. Helens: Stay Prepared for Volcanic Events

3 mn readAt 9:15 a.m. on May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted, unleashing ash-filled clouds and tragically taking the lives of many. Over 40 years since, this anniversary serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing efforts by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) to ensure preparedness for future eruptions. California is home […]

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Family Emergency Plan: Life-Saving Preparedness

2 mn readDisasters can create chaos and confusion. If you aren’t prepared when an emergency happens, you may make decisions that could further compromise your safety. It doesn’t matter if it’s extreme heat, flooding, or wildfires; the more prepared you are the better. Creating a disaster plan can protect you and your loved ones. Both FEMA and […]

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National Search and Rescue Week: Recognizing All First Responders

2 mn readWhether you’re stuck under debris after an earthquake, gotten lost during a hike, or having an emergency in the water, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) stands ready to deploy search and rescue teams, working with local, state, and federal task forces to ensure all Californians stay safe no matter the emergency. […]

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Don’t Wait for Disaster: Sign up for Emergency Alerts Now

< 1 mn readSigning up for emergency alerts provides essential time and information ahead of a disaster, as well as updated guidance during, to help ensure the safety of you and your family during an emergency. Every California county offers free emergency alerts to support residents during crises. Enroll in alerts for your residential and workplace counties to […]

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