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California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Organization Overview
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) serves as the state’s primary agency for emergency management, disaster mitigation, and homeland security. The agency orchestrates statewide response operations by coordinating resources across local, state, and federal partners during major disasters. Its core responsibilities span fire suppression dispatch, hazardous material containment, cyber defense, and the administration of billions of dollars in federal recovery grants.
