Our agencies are stepping up to help communities prepare for El Niño. ➡️ @CA_DWR has 4.4 MILLION sandbags ready and is inspecting all 1,600 miles of levees throughout the state ➡️ @TheCACoast is approving emergency permits for coastal property owners ➡️ @CAStateParks continues to expedite work at state beaches to recover from recent coastal erosion and prepare for incoming storms

What would life without energy efficiency be like? Wasted energy. Higher bills. That doesn’t sound good. When the CEC was created 50 yrs ago, one of our roles was to implement efficiency standards that helped us use our fav appliances but with less stress on the grid. CONT'D

California is continuing our prep work for El Niño's arrival and the dangerous flooding those storms might trigger over the next few months. Now is the time to look up your local flood risk, sign up for alerts, and make an emergency plan. washingtonpost.com/weather/2…

How is DWR preparing for El Niño? Watch the video to learn how DWR is investing time, materials, and resources to help keep California communities safe from destructive flooding. And find out how you can prepare at water.ca.gov/What-We-Do/Floo…

Not every wildfire makes the news. Many are stopped before they have a chance to grow. While California may be experiencing fewer wildfire starts, new fires are still igniting every day. Over the past week, 157 new wildfires started across the state. CAL FIRE’s goal is to contain 95% of wildfires at 10 acres or less. Meeting that goal takes a fast response and decisive action before flames have a chance to spread. 📸 The Oct. 12 Rock Fire is one example. @CALFIRENEU and partner agencies responded and contained the fire at just 1.5 acres, preventing it from growing larger. These smaller fires are a reminder of why every response matters, even when it doesn't make the headlines.

🌊 Hazardous beach conditions are expected along Ventura and Los Angeles County beaches, including the Malibu coast. As California prepares for a potential El Niño season, staying alert to changing weather and coastal conditions is especially important. Large waves and powerful rip currents can sweep people out to sea. Stay out of the water, keep off rocks and jetties, and follow guidance from local officials. Stay informed and check the latest forecasts and weather alerts at Weather.gov.

🌎 Day 1 of the Resilient California Summit! California continues to lead the way in building a more climate-resilient future. During today’s summit, California Natural Resources (@CalNatResources) Secretary Wade Crowfoot (@WadeCrowfoot) emphasized that despite the loss of federal funding, California stepped up to continue advancing climate action. And as he reminded attendees, we are not alone in this work. 🤝 Through collaboration, innovation and partnerships, we’re working together to strengthen climate resilience and prepare communities for the challenges ahead. 🎥 Watch Secretary Crowfoot’s remarks from Day 1! #ResilientCalifornia #ClimateResilience #ClimateAction #CaliforniaForAll

Are you prepared? California’s climate-driven extremes mean more unpredictable weather events like El Niño. We can go from multi-year droughts to record-setting rains. If water comes rushing to your door, do you have a plan? You can find more information on how to prepare for flood at bit.ly/floodprepca

🚒 Strengthening California’s Firefighting Workforce Wildfire readiness starts with having the people, resources, and training to respond when it matters most. Since 2019, California has made sustained investments in CAL FIRE’s firefighting workforce, adding year-round engine staffing, permanent positions, and relief and surge capacity to strengthen statewide readiness. These investments have helped build the Department’s largest workforce to date. Today, CAL FIRE’s budget supports over 14,000 positions, continuing this commitment to preparedness and response. These investments have helped: 🔥 Expand year-round engine staffing and increase relief and surge staffing. 👩‍🚒 Grow California’s firefighting workforce and strengthen response capacity. 🪓 Diversify hand-crew capacity. 🎓 Modernize firefighter training, improve access to certifications, and add three new training centers. From the fireline to the training ground, investing in our workforce helps CAL FIRE prepare for and respond to California’s evolving wildfire threats.

El Niño has the potential to bring stronger and more destructive storms to California this winter so it’s especially important that you and your family are prepared! As we kick off Flood Preparedness Week, we want to remind you that simple steps can make a huge difference during a flood emergency. Learn how you can join DWR in being flood ready at water.ca.gov/News/News-Relea…

As the federal administration pushes to open California's coast to new offshore oil drilling and weaken longstanding coastal protections, we’re taking action to protect the ocean and the communities that depend on it. For the first time in more than a decade, California is establishing new Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), protecting an additional 15,000 acres of coastal waters and bringing us to 22.2% conserved on our way to our 30x30 goal! What does that mean for Californians? Healthier ocean ecosystems. Stronger protections for marine life. And a more resilient coast for the families and communities whose livelihoods, traditions and way of life depend on it. These underwater refuges help kelp forests thrive, protect critical habitat for fish and other marine life, and support ocean health as climate change brings warmer waters. And in a historic first, two of the new MPAs were proposed by California Native American Tribes, creating new opportunities for Tribal stewardship and recognizing generations of cultural connections to our coast. And while Washington pushes for more drilling, California is choosing more protection. Learn more at: gov.ca.gov/2026/10/19/govern… @30x30CA @CATribalAffairs @OPC_California

#NorteFire Update Containment has increased to 50%. A total of 467 firefighters remain assigned, working to strengthen containment lines and extinguish hot spots.

State resources and personnel continued to support local first responders throughout the day to keep Californians safe — around the clock work from the ground and air has helped save lives, homes, and communities.

Air and ground resources are actively working to contain the #NorteFire in Orange County.   CAL FIRE prepositioned resources were in the area and ready to support initial attack efforts, allowing additional resources to respond quickly. CAL FIRE’s aerial firefighting fleet, the largest civilian aerial firefighting fleet in the world, is supporting ground operations alongside partner agencies with water and retardant drops as firefighters work to contain the fire.   Under Red Flag Warning conditions, protecting lives and property and stopping the fire’s spread remain top priorities.   For the latest fire information, including acreage, containment and evacuation updates, download the AwareCA app at aware.ca.gov. @OCFireAuthority

Thanks to quick, around the clock work by local and state first responders, the #BrysonFire stayed within its current footprint with no structures damaged or destroyed. State resources continue to assist the federal government with the #HendersonFire at Camp Pendleton. And state resources & personnel continue to assist local emergency personnel around the clock in battling the #NorteFire.

We have secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant from @FEMA to help ensure critical resources are available to suppress the #NorteFire in South Orange County. @Cal_OES, @CAL_FIRE and local and state partners have been working through the night to protect Californians. Residents in affected areas should follow guidance from local emergency officials.

Remain vigilant and listen to emergency officials as we continue to face high Santa Ana winds and work to suppress the Norte Fire in Orange County.

The largest civilian aerial firefighting fleet is heavily engaged in the wildfire fighting in Southern California. Here’s a @CAL_FIRE tanker fighting the #NorteFire right now.

🔥Norte Fire 📍Orange County 🚨Sign up for alerts at ReadyOC.com 🗺️ Fire info at ocfa.org/current-fire-maps/ EVACUTION ORDERS are in place. Leave now if ordered. @Cal_OES is working with local officials and Cal OES fire engines are on the ground.

The numbers are in: California remains the nation’s leader in new zero-emission vehicle purchases and EV charger deployment. Read more about Q3 ZEV sales, the MyFirstEV incentive program, and an update to our statewide charger number: bit.ly/4i8llEJ