The Crisis Communication and Public Affairs Team is always creating new, exciting and informative content that tells the story of what Cal OES is doing to keep Californians safe.
Mission: We alert, inform and empower all Californians to prepare for, respond to, and recover from threats and emergencies.
Vision: As we help Californians navigate emergencies:
- We provide clear, consistent and accurate information
- We bring stability and reassurance with a compassionate and human-centered approach
- We are an inclusive partner who champions diversity and accessibility
- We foster a united, transparent and collaborative environment
- We support and uplift each other, encourage growth and celebrate successes
Values: Dedication, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity
Contact Information: News and media inquiries can be directed to media@caloes.ca.gov, 24/7/365, as individual team members can be out, unavailable or deployed in response to an incident.
Branding, Logos, and Media Kits: You can visit our Branding, Logos, and Media Kit site for b-roll videos, logos, and graphics.
Media Contact Signup: Click here to sign up to receive Cal OES media and press releases.
Media Contacts
Shawn Boyd
Manager, Public Information & Media Relations
Phone: (916) 845-8456
Email: Shawn.Boyd@caloes.ca.gov
Chris Dargan
IMAT Senior Public Information Officer
Phone: (916) 845-8469
Email: Chris.Dargan@caloes.ca.gov
Alicia de la Garza
Public Information Officer, Fire & Rescue
Phone: (916) 845-8239
Lori Fowler
Information Officer II, Southern Region
Phone: (916) 205-5787
Email: Lori.Fowler@caloes.ca.gov
Marcelino Navarro
Television Specialist
Phone: (916) 845-8442