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Emergencies, disasters, hazards, and threats are a part of our work at the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). Preparing for, responding to, and helping Californians recover from them are a part of our DNA. Cal OES is proud to work with local, state, tribal and federal partners to help Californians get on the road to recovery after an emergency.

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  • More than 7,500 firefighting, emergency personnel deployed to fight unprecedented Los Angeles fires January 9, 2025
    SACRAMENTO – As California rapidly responds to active, rapidly evolving wildfires in Southern California caused by dangerous winds and dry conditions, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that more than 7,500 firefighting and emergency personnel have been deployed to protect California communities. The Governor also issued an executive order to support communities affected by the ongoing fires. Text of […]
  • Governor Newsom quickly secures Major Disaster Declaration from President Biden for Los Angeles fires January 9, 2025
    What you need to know: The Major Disaster Declaration approved today by the President supports ongoing response efforts to the Los Angeles fires. SANTA MONICA – President Biden has quickly approved Governor Gavin Newsom’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to support ongoing response efforts related to the major wildfires burning in the Los […]