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| Oct 27, 2026 | Governor Newsom orders action to protect Highway 1 and coastal communities ahead of El Niño storms | Read the full executive order here.
A b-roll package of the Governor signing the executive orders can be downloaded here.
Protecting Highway 1 means protecting lives and the way of life in California’s coastal communities. Residents rely on... |
| Oct 20, 2026 | Flood Preparedness Week: Take Steps Now to Stay Safe | California’s weather can be unpredictable, and flooding can happen anywhere in the state. During Flood Preparedness Week, take time to prepare your household, understand your risks and know what to do before, during and after a flood.
Flood... |
| Oct 17, 2026 | California secures federal assistance to support response to Norte Fire in Orange County | The fast-moving Norte Fire ignited just after 11:30 a.m. on October 16, 2026, in the San Clemente area of Orange County, south of San Juan Capistrano. Fueled by strong Santa Ana winds, dry vegetation, and elevated temperatures, the fire has... |
| Oct 16, 2026 | California State Parks Provides Update on Coastal Storm Damage and Recovery Efforts at State Parks and Beaches in Orange County | Recent large surf and tides caused damage to several state beaches in Orange County. Photos from California State Parks
ORANGE COUNTY — California State Parks continues emergency response, cleanup and infrastructure repairs to Crystal Cove ... |
| Oct 10, 2026 | California Deploys Fire and Flood Response Resources to San Bernardino County and Mono Counties | The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) today announced deployment of mud and debris flow resources to San Bernardino County to strengthen local response capabilities ahead of Tropical Storm Rachel. Plus, firefighti... |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Ahead of El Niño this winter, Governor Newsom prepares California for winter storms and flooding impacts | California steps up
While President Trump proposes deep cuts that would shift greater costs and responsibilities to states and local governments, California is taking action: strengthening statewide coordination, expanding local partnership... |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Governor Newsom announces new swiftwater rescue fleet to strengthen California storm preparedness | New rescue vehicles, boats, and equipment strengthen local response and statewide mutual aid before winter storms arrive
Governor Gavin Newsom and Cal OES Director Caroline Thomas Jacobs receive a hands-on briefing in Mather on new swiftwat... |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Governor Newsom announces new disaster intelligence satellites, opens modernized State Operations Center as Trump erodes national disaster readiness | New disaster intelligence satellites
Through an agreement with ICEYE, a satellite-imaging company that helps governments assess disaster damage from space, Cal OES is expanding its ability to receive near-real-time information on floods, wi... |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Governor Newsom announces new swiftwater rescue fleet to strengthen California storm preparedness | Each upgraded Type 1 Swiftwater Rescue Team will receive equipment designed to support complex rescue operations, including:
New heavy-duty, four-wheel-drive tow vehicles capable of transporting rescue trailers and specialized equipment dur... |
| Oct 6, 2026 | The Great California ShakeOut Tour 2026 | Earthquakes are natural disasters that have fascinated and terrified humans for centuries. These powerful geological events can cause significant destruction and loss of life, which has led to the emergence of numerous myths and misconcepti... |
| Oct 6, 2026 | Governor Newsom announces new disaster intelligence satellites, opens modernized State Operations Center as Trump erodes national disaster readiness | New disaster intelligence satellites
Through an agreement with ICEYE, a satellite-imaging company that helps governments assess disaster damage from space, Cal OES is expanding its ability to receive near-real-time information on floods, wi... |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Governor Newsom proclaims state of emergency to bolster statewide El Nino preparedness, protect California | El Niño is a natural climate pattern marked by warmer-than-average ocean temperatures in the tropical eastern Pacific, which can shift weather patterns and bring wetter, more intense winters to California. Climate change can supercharge thi... |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Ready is how California leads, and every Californian has a role to play | Since taking office, Governor Newsom has strengthened California’s ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
“Preparedness is a shared responsibility, built through strong partnerships and informed communities that kno... |
| Sep 12, 2026 | California Approves Firefighting Resources to Seven Counties Ahead of Red Flag Warnings | As Red Flag Warnings impacts Northern California, at the direction of Governor Gavin Newsom, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned firefighting resources to Plumas, Tehama, Sierra, Colusa, Shasta... |
| Sep 11, 2026 | Preparedness Month 2026 | Recognized annually, Preparedness Month is a reminder to all Californians to take measures to keep you and your loved ones safe when disaster strikes. Here in California, we’re no strangers to natural disasters whether it’s a wildfire or an... |
| Sep 7, 2026 | Cal OES Offers Free Disaster Preparedness Curriculum Through Fourth Grade Preparedness Ambassadors Program | As students across California return to the classroom this school year, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is helping schools do more than prepare for tests and homework. We’re helping students prepare for emer... |
| Aug 4, 2026 | Tips to beat the heat | Temperatures are climbing into the triple digits. Cal OES reminds you to take steps to stay safe in the heat. As hot weather continues, here are a few simple tips you can use every day to help beat the heat and protect yourself.
Be sure to ... |
| Jul 31, 2026 | California se moviliza para proteger a las comunidades mientras el calor del verano afecta al oeste del país | Este despliegue da continuidad al anuncio que hizo el Gobernador la semana pasada en McClellan Air Park, donde presentó la nueva generación de tecnología de California para combatir incendios forestales, desde drones guiados por inteligenci... |
| Jul 31, 2026 | California Approves Additional Firefighting Resources to Nine Counties Ahead of Heat and Fire Weather | As elevated fire weather conditions continue across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned additional firefighting resources to Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Inyo, Kings, El Dorado, Fre... |
| Jul 16, 2026 | Power Outage Preparedness | As 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
He... |
| Jul 15, 2026 | As California heads into a hotter, drier season, Governor Newsom launches One Less Spark wildfire prevention campaign | Places to get prepared for wildfire
Every Californian has a role to play in wildfire preparedness — here’s how to get started:
Sign up for local emergency alerts to keep you and your loved ones informed at ready.ca.gov/alerts. When you sign... |
| Jul 6, 2026 | Governor Newsom announces $12.5 million in community emergency preparedness to help Californians get “Ready” for the next disaster | In May, $12.5 million was awarded to 31 community groups across California. This investment strengthens coordination across the network of campaign partners and supports the delivery of in-language resources. In addition to grant funding, C... |
| Jul 6, 2026 | Governor Newsom announces $12.5 million in community emergency preparedness to help Californians get “Ready” for the next disaster | SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California’s nation-leading Ready California program has invested $100 million in community preparedness since 2019. Through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal... |
| May 23, 2026 | Community Resources for Garden Grove Hazmat Incident | Published: May 22, 2026
As Orange County Fire Authority and local officials respond in unified command, residents of Garden Grove and the affected areas can find useful information and resources at the following links and phone numbers.
Eva... |
| May 15, 2026 | Governor Newsom prepositions firefighting resources to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara counties ahead of critical fire weather and moderate heat | What you need to know: Governor Newsom directs Cal OES to preposition firefighting personnel and equipment in anticipation of critical fire weather to ensure assets are in place to respond quickly to new fires.
SACRAMENTO – At the direction... |
| May 13, 2026 | Governor Newsom announces $30 million for regional wildfire prevention and landscape projects ahead of wildfire season | Strengthening regional wildfire resilience efforts
Regional Wildfire and Landscape Resilience grant projects, funded by the state’s Climate Bond (Proposition 4), accelerate wildfire preparedness efforts and landscape health projects at scal... |
| Oct 15, 2025 | Federal reductions to critical services threaten public safety as flood season gets underway in California | Reduced storm monitoring
Due to federal reductions and staffing shortages, the California Nevada River Forecast Center (CNRFC), a decades-long partnership between California and the National Weather Service (NWS), will be unable to provide ... |
| Aug 8, 2025 | California secured federal assistance to support response to Canyon Fire in Southern California | The fast-moving Canyon Fire ignited on August 7, 2025 just after 1:30 p.m. near Lake Piru in Ventura County and rapidly spread into Los Angeles County. More than 4,850 acres have burned, threatening several communities in Los Angeles County... |
| Jul 12, 2025 | Governor Newsom urges Californians to take precautions as state endures triple digit heat, smoky conditions | CalHeatScore map results from Friday, July 11, 2025
The recently launched CalHeatScore heat-ranking tool indicates much of northern and central California will be impacted by moderate to severe heat conditions through Monday, with some area... |
| May 31, 2024 | Governor Newsom announces new partnerships for state’s Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System | These partnerships are possible because of legislation, SB 816 by Senator Bill Dodd (D-Napa), signed by Governor Newsom, allowing the state to enter into mutual aid agreements with tribes, boosting tribal access for federal funding and reim... |
| May 24, 2024 | Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, Governor Newsom launches ready.ca.gov | Combined with a comprehensive suite of translated messaging and materials, Listos California at Cal OES continues to uplift life-saving messages through interactive, community-based tactics, including peer-to-peer phone banking efforts, in-... |
| Apr 5, 2024 | April is National Earthquake Preparedness Month | Published: Apr 05, 2024
Be prepared: Download the MyShake app today
Available in English, Spanish, Chinese (traditional), Vietnamese, Korean and Filipino
SACRAMENTO – During Earthquake Preparedness Month, the state is sharing multilingual r... |
