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Fuiste afectado por los incendios forestales de Los Ángeles de 2025? La Asistencia de Alquiler de FEMA y la Asistencia Continua para Vivienda Temporal siguen disponibles para los sobrevivientes elegibles que fueron aprobados previamente para recibir Asistencia Individual (IHP) de FEMA. La fecha límite para solicitar la Asistencia de Alquiler es el 9 de octubre de 2026. Asegúrate de presentar tu solicitud antes de la fecha límite. La asistencia para propietarios de viviendas sigue disponible hasta el 9 de julio de 2027. Los sobrevivientes elegibles que necesiten apoyo adicional pueden comunicarse con FEMA al (800) 621-3362 o visitar DisasterAssistance.gov.
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Were you affected by the 2025 Los Angeles Wildfires? FEMA Rental Assistance and Continued Temporary Housing Assistance remain available to eligible survivors previously approved for FEMA Individual Assistance (IHP). The Rental Assistance deadline is approaching. Be sure to apply by October 9, 2026. Homeowner assistance remains available through July 9, 2027. Eligible survivors should contact FEMA at (800) 621-3362 or visit DisasterAssistance.gov for additional support.
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It’s Latino Heritage Month, and the @cal_oes Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion hosted a Lunch & Learn conversation featuring Yvonne Dorantes, Cal OES Deputy Director of Legislative and Governmental Affairs. Yvonne highlighted the dynamic Latino culture that helps shape communities across California every day. Cal OES celebrates its Latino team members, who bring their perspectives and commitment to our mission every day. Your experiences are an invaluable part of our vibrant history. We are proud to recognize you!
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Today, the Reduce the Risk Campaign hosted a Gun Violence Prevention Convening in Sacramento, highlighting proven strategies and reaffirming a commitment to reducing gun violence and strengthening public safety. This convening marked the 10-year anniversary of its nation-leading red flag law in California, empowering families, communities, and law enforcement to act on warning signs and prevent gun violence.
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Esta semana: @CAgovernor  tomó medidas para prepararse ante posibles impactos de El Niño, mientras @Cal_OES y @ListosCA continúan trabajando con comunidades en todo el estado para fortalecer la preparación y la resiliencia ante desastres.
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This week, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a State of Emergency proclamation ahead of a significant 2026-2027 El Niño season. Cal OES and Ready California continued the Regional Disaster Ready Summits in Long Beach and Ontario, and the Reduce the Risk Campaign hosted a statewide gun violence prevention convening honoring individuals and organizations who have helped develop, promote, and support the state’s Gun Violence Restraining Order efforts.
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Meet Paul Benvenuti from the Cal OES California State Warning Center with an important message for Preparedness Month. Disasters can happen anytime and take many forms. @Cal_OES encourages Californians to take action now. Sign up for emergency alerts, make a plan, and check in with family, friends, and neighbors who may need extra support. For more information, go to ready.ca.gov.
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California has one of the lowest firearm suicide rates in the country — and that's no accident. 🧡 Preventative tools like Gun Violence Restraining Orders (GVROs) give those in crisis time to pause, seek help & heal. Learn more: ReducetheRisk.ca.gov
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Ready California is in Ontario! We’re at the fifth of eight Regional Disaster Ready Summits taking place across the state this year. This summit is bringing together the Inland Empire community to share practical resources, build new connections, and strengthen emergency preparedness. Learn how to prepare your family for emergencies at Ready.ca.gov.
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Ready California is in Long Beach in Los Angeles County at the fourth of eight Regional Disaster Ready Summits taking place throughout the state! Visit Ready.ca.gov for more information on how to prepare your family for an emergency. @ListosCA
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As El Niño gets stronger, @CAgovernor has proclaimed a State of Emergency to help California be prepared ahead of the winter storms. The proclamation will help streamline preparedness efforts, mobilize state resources, accelerate projects that reduce risks, and support early actions to protect lives and infrastructure. Learn more: wp.me/pgM8my-12A8
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A medida que el fenómeno de El Niño se intensifica, @CAgovernor ha declarado un estado de emergencia para ayudar a Californianos a estar preparado ante las tormentas invernales. Esta declaración permitirá agilizar los esfuerzos de preparación, movilizar recursos estatales, acelerar proyectos destinados a reducir riesgos y apoyar medidas anticipadas para proteger vidas y la infraestructura. Para más información: wp.me/pgM8my-12A8
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An EVACUATION ORDER has been issued in La Verne regarding a hazmat incident. Anyone within the evacuation zone should leave now. Visit AlertLA.org for emergency information and to sign up for alerts from local authorities.
🚨 LaVernePD: 9/22/26 12:50 pm: Hazmat Incident. An EVACUATION ORDER has been issued for everyone near Wheeler and Bonita Avenue. Gather family and LEAVE NOW. Your safety is in danger if you stay. Use caution while evacuating. Follow instructions from emergency personnel. 1/2
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YOU have the power to protect a life. 🧡 @NAMIGLAC offers mental health support, education and a community that understands, and the Reduce the Risk Local Resource Connector helps you find additional support near you. ReducetheRisk.ca.gov.
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California Governor's Office of Emergency Services retweeted
¡Septiembre es el Mes de la Preparación! Ya sea ante inundaciones, incendios forestales, terremotos o tormentas, las familias de California necesitan un plan. Prepárate con nosotros todo el mes: ready.ca.gov
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California is preparing now for a potentially historic El Niño season. @Cal_OES is working with state and local partners and taking early action to protect communities, stage critical resources, and strengthen readiness before severe weather intensifies. Cal OES encourages all Californians to stay ready and stay informed about changing weather conditions. For more information, visit: news.caloes.ca.gov/governor-…
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Cal OES is leading California’s statewide preparedness efforts for what is shaping up to be a historic El Niño season.  Working with state and local partners to identify potential needs, Cal OES is coordinating resources and strengthening readiness before storms arrive. Early preparation helps communities and first responders act quickly when conditions change and protect lives and property.
I'm declaring a state of emergency to mobilize state resources for a potentially historic El Niño winter in California. With higher risks of heavy rain, flooding, and mudslides over the next several months, we're launching a whole-of-government effort to protect Californians.
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Whether you're out and about or at home, emergencies don't come with a warning. This Preparedness Month, @Cal_OES wants you to cover all your bases by taking steps to stay safe when emergencies happen. Learn more: news.caloes.ca.gov/preparedn…
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The shelter-in-place order has been lifted for the area around the Moss Landing Power Plant in Monterey County. Continue to listen to local authorities for additional information or updates. For more, go to ALERTMRY.org/alerts.
Battery Plant Fire – Shelter-in-Place Order LIFTED Shelter-in-Place Order Lifted – BATTERY FIRE, Moss Landing Effective immediately, the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has LIFTED the Shelter-in-Place Order previously issued for the area within 1/3 of a mile from 7301 Highway 1, Moss Landing (Zone PAZ-1). Map: AlertMRY.org/Map The hard closure of Dolan Road between Highway 1 and Via Tanques Road has been lifted. Continue to monitor official channels for additional information or updates. More Info: alertmry.org — Levantado la Orden de Refugio en el Lugar - Incendio de Baterías en Moss Landing Con efecto inmediato, la Oficina del Alguacil del Condado de Monterey ha levantado la Orden de Refugio en el Lugar que se había emitido previamente para el área dentro de un radio de 1/3 de milla de 7301 Highway 1 (Zona PAZ-1). Mapa: AlertMRY.org/Map El cierre total de Dolan Road entre Highway 1 y Via Tanques Road también ha sido levantado. Continúe monitoreando los canales oficiales para obtener información adicional o actualizaciones. Más información: alertmry.org #SheriffTinaNieto #MontereySheriff #MCSO
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