Cal OES Taps Beth Cousins as New Chief Information Officer
Beth Cousins, a former city Deputy Chief Information Officer in Minnesota, was hired as the new Chief Information Officer at
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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to California Small Businesses Economically Impacted by the Severe Storms and Flooding
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses economically impacted by the
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New Grant Opportunity for Sexual and Domestic Violence Prevention Program Available from Cal OES
The California Governorās Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is offering a new grant opportunity for the Sexual and Domestic
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One Month Left to Apply for SBA Disaster Loans
Director Tanya N. Garfield of the U.S. Small Business Administrationās Disaster Field Operations Center-West today reminded California private nonprofit organizations of the Feb. 18,
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FEMA Grants $20M to California to Increase Earthquake Protection
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has granted $20 million to the State of California for its Earthquake Brace +
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Cal OES Is Offering A New Grant Opportunity for the Supervised Visitation Program
The California Governorās Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is offering a new grant opportunity for the Supervised Visitation Program
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Cal OES Is Offering Two New Grant Opportunities
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is offering two new grant opportunities in the transfer of Knowledge
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CalVCB Announces Funding Availability for Trauma Recovery Centers
The California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB) today posted a Notice of Funds Available for Trauma Recovery Centers (TRCs). The funding
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California Certifies Statewide Programmatic Environmental Impact Review to Protect Californians from Catastrophic Wildfires
California has a new tool in its efforts to build wildfire resilience and improve long-term forest management in the face
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Governor Newsom Issues Executive Order to Support Communities Recovering from Wildfires
Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an executive order to further assist communities across the state recovering from devastating wildfires dating back
Read moreBrian Marshall Reappointed as Cal OES Fire and Rescue Chief
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom reappointed Brian Marshall as the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Fire and Rescue
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Governor Secures FMAG to Assist Response Agencies Battling the Maria Fire in Ventura County
SACRAMENTO āāÆ Governor Gavin Newsom secured a Fire Management Assistance GrantāÆ(FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help
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Governor Secures FMAG to Assist Response Agencies Battling the Hillside Fire in San Bernardino County
SACRAMENTO āāÆ Governor Gavin Newsom secured a Fire Management Assistance GrantāÆ(FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help
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Governor Secures FMAG to Assist Response Agencies Battling the 46 Fire in Jurupa Valley
SACRAMENTO āāÆ Governor Gavin Newsom secured a Fire Management Assistance GrantāÆ(FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help
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Governor Secures FMAG to Assist Response Agencies Battling the Easy Fire in Ventura County
SACRAMENTO āāÆ Governor Gavin Newsom secured a Fire Management Assistance GrantāÆ(FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help
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Governor Secures FMAG to Assist Response Agencies Battling the Getty Fire in Los Angeles
SACRAMENTO āāÆ Governor Gavin Newsom secured a Fire Management Assistance GrantāÆ(FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help
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Governor Newsom Declares Statewide Emergency Due to Fires, Extreme Weather Conditions
SACRAMENTO ā Today, Governor Gavin Newsom declared a statewide emergency due to the effects of unprecedented high-wind events which have
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Governor Newsom Demands Utilities Take Action to Protect Public Safety and Limit Impacts of Power Shutoffs
SACRAMENTO ā Amid utility-directed Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) impacting residents across the state, Governor Gavin Newsom today demanded that Californiaās Independently
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Governor Newsom Declares State of Emergency in Los Angeles and Riverside Counties Due to Fires
Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an emergency proclamation for Los Angeles and Riverside counties due to the effects of several
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Governor Secures FMAG to Assist Response Agencies Battling the Saddleridge Fire in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
SACRAMENTO āāÆGovernor Gavin Newsom today secured a āÆFire Management Assistance GrantāÆ(FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help
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Governor Newsom Signs Bills to Enhance Wildfire Mitigation, Preparedness and Response Efforts
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a series of bills aimed at improving Californiaās wildfire prevention, mitigation and response efforts and
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Christina Curry Named Acting Chief Deputy Director
Today, Deputy Director Christina Curry, who has served the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services in a variety roles for
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Governor Newsom Announces Two Innovative Contracts for Wildfire Prevention and Response
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the selection of the first two contracts for the Wildfire Innovation Sprint, which were the
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Preparedness Day Educates Thousands of Californians on Disaster Readiness
Thousands of Californians are now more prepared for the next disaster. With historic Old Sacramento as the backdrop, the 14th
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Governor Newsom Announces Launch of $50 Million āListos Californiaā Campaign to Help Build Community Resilience to Wildfires
Governor Gavin Newsom, the Governorās Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and California Volunteers today released the grantees awarded $50
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Cal/OSHA High Heat Advisory: Ensure Emergency Response Procedures for Outdoor Workers at Risk of Heat Illness Are Effective
Cal/OSHA is urging employers to ensure they implement their emergency response procedures at outdoor places of employment where workers are
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Cal/OSHA Emergency Regulation to Protect Outdoor Workers from Wildfire Smoke in Effect
Cal/OSHAās emergency regulation requiring employers to protect workers from hazards associated with wildfire smoke is now in effect, following its
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Are you Ready? Having a Plan Matters
Disasters can create chaos and confusion. If you arenāt prepared when an emergency happens, youāll be forced to make decisions
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Governor Newsom Proclaims State of Emergency on Wildfires to Protect State’s Most Vulnerable Communities
SACRAMENTO āĀ Building on lessons learned from past catastrophic wildfires, Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency throughout California
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Marshall Sworn in as New Cal OES Fire Chief
Today, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Director Mark Ghilarducci officially swore in Brian Marshall as the new
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Beware of Disaster-Related Fraud and Scam Artists
As California residents work to recover from recent wildfires, they should be on guard for and report suspicious activity of
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Fireworks Not Fun For Everyone
The pageantry and beauty is what makes watching fireworks a timeless tradition. While the spectacle is often enjoyed on a
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āDeadly Silenceā A Drowning Awareness Campaign
Can you imagine finding your child floating face down in your own pool? It happened, but this story does have
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California Wildfires Create New Danger: Hazardous Debris
Statewide wildfires that scarred communities across Northern and Southern California now pose a new threat. As changing weather patterns and
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Travel Safety Tips When Evacuating for a Disaster
The unpredictably of living in a disaster-prone state such as California reinforces the importance of ensuring that residents are always
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Staying Safe Starts With You
As Las Vegas recovers from the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history, where nearly 60 people died and more
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Donāt Wait Until The Big One To Be Earthquake Prepared
Living in California, there are constant reminders about the threat of earthquakes. On average, Southern California has about 10,000 earthquakes
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Pyro And Pets Don’t Mix
The sounds. The colors. The pageantry and beauty. Itās all what makes watching fireworks a timeless tradition. While the spectacle
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Volcano Hazards Part of Stateās Geological Diversity
Earthquakes. Wildfires. Floods. Landslides. California is among the most disaster-prone states in the country. Volcano hazards, though not nearly as
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Large Stadium Protection Relies On See Something, Say Something Awareness
Protecting the perimeters of public venues, including those hosting mass gatherings such as concerts and sporting events around the world,
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9-1-1 for Kids Mentors Youth on Importance of Emergency Notification
Tim Brown stood quietly near the back of the California Highway Patrol gymnasium, his fist clinched and resting comfortably under
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Training To Save One Of Their Own
Tucked away in a small classroom at McClellan Park in Sacramento, tactical medic students from fire, EMS and law enforcement
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Whether Drought Or Storms, Folsom Dam Is Multi-Purpose Facility
Folsom Dam is an important part of California’s flood protection system. Due to the abundance of storms in Northern California
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Be On Alert To āSee Something, Say Somethingā About Suspicious Activity
There are constant daily reminders of the unsettling world we live in. Recent terrorist attacks in Orlando and San Bernardino
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Have a Plan Ready for Next Disaster
Constant reminders are everywhere that Californians must be prepared for disasters. From wildfires to earthquakes to floods, along with the
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Decoding Exactly What It Means To Declare State Of Emergency
Whenever there is a devastating wildfire, earthquake or other forms of natural disasters, three seemingly simple words resonates the most
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Side-Scan Sonars Provide Another Tool For Search And Rescue Teams
By land, by air or by water, search and rescue teams are asked to perform their duties in a variety
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Youth Educated in CERT Mock Disasters
Fifth grader Trent Boothby was covered in blood and groaning in pain. His classroom at Maria Montessori Charter Academy had
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Nuclear Program is āBedrockā for Emergency Management
Nearly 40 years ago, a nuclear meltdown in Pennsylvania changed how power plants in the United States are regulated. The
Read moreEarthquake Brace and Bolt Program Eases Stress for Homeowners
Devastation from an earthquake is life altering. From the stress on families and finances to rebuilding, the Earthquake Brace
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