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What to do if High Winds are Affecting You

2 mn read High winds can occur any time of year and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants all Californians to be aware, prepared and stay safe.  The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Cal OES are monitoring for high winds in many parts of California. Beginning Thursday through Saturday, wind gusts between 30-50 mph […]

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Cal OES Encourages Californians to Practice ‘Drop, Cover and Hold On’ at 10:17 a.m. on October 17th in the World’s Largest Earthquake Preparedness Drill

2 mn read SACRAMENTO – The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is encouraging all Californians to take part in the largest earthquake preparedness drill in the world happening Thursday at 10:17 a.m. PDT. Governor Gavin Newsom marked the occasion in a letter urging all Californians to take part in the drill. “All of us can take action […]

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California deploys additional Urban Search and Rescue personnel to support response to Hurricane Milton

< 1 mn read In total, California has now deployed 354 highly specialized personnel to support recent hurricane response efforts SACRAMENTO – With Hurricane Milton making landfall in Florida tonight, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of an additional 70 California-based firefighters to assist with search and rescue efforts. This additional aid follows the deployment of 144 California Urban […]

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Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I Am Cal OES Video Series – Nathan Spangler with Advance Planning & Intelligence Unit Lead.

< 1 mn read Cal OES colleagues, Over 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 […]

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Cal OES’ Seismic Safety Commission to Meet in Sacramento on October 10

< 1 mn read Bringing 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, October 10 in Sacramento.  What: Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission Meeting  When: October 10, 2024 at 10 a.m.  How to attend: In-person at Cal OES 10370 […]

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California deploys Urban Search and Rescue Task Force teams ahead of Hurricane Milton

2 mn read In total, California has deployed 284 highly specialized personnel to support hurricane response efforts in recent weeks SACRAMENTO – With Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall in Florida this week as a Category 5 hurricane, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of 144 firefighters and ground support personnel from three California Urban Search and Rescue Task […]

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Mes de seguridad cibernética: Proteja la identidad de sus hijos

2 mn read Durante el mes nacional de concientización sobre seguridad cibernética, es importante destacar que la información personal de los niños se convierte en uno e los principales objetivos de los piratas cibernéticas, es por ello que Cal OES los invita a extremar precauciones y asegurarse que cuando sus hijos navegan a través del internet, cuentan con […]

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California Coordinates Over 750 Workers and Vehicles for Rapid Response Utility Aid to States Hit by Hurricane Helene

< 1 mn read Sacramento, CA – In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Governor Gavin Newsom has deployed a four-member team from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) consisting of volunteer management and advanced planning experts to support ongoing disaster response and recovery efforts in Florida and Georgia.   This deployment, facilitated though the Emergency Management […]

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California Takes Action During October Heat Wave

2 mn read With unusually high temperatures forecast for the first week of October in some parts of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is working in partnership with state agencies to promote heat safety and resources to help residents stay safe.  The National Weather Service expects extreme heat and record highs, with […]

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Keep a Go-bag Packed this Fall Season

< 1 mn read With fall in full swing, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) encourages all Californians to be prepared year-round for disasters and emergencies. As wildfire activity continues, it’s essential to be prepared for all situations. It’s also important to note that some of the largest and most destructive fires have occurred during the […]

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