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OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (OES)

The OES ensures the state is ready and able to prepare for, respond to, and recover from the effects of emergencies that threaten lives, property, and the environment. Use this site to get information concerning any disaster that may be threatening the state and to obtain help on what you can do to protect your residents/clients and your property.

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection

Department of Foresty and Fire Protection logo The Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) protects the people of California from fires, responds to emergencies, and protects and enhances forest, range, watershed values, and provides various benefits to rural and urban citizens. Use this site to get information on fires that may be threatening the state and obtain information on what you can do to protect your residents/clients and your property.

Be Aware of Imposters

Caution sign It has come to our attention that persons posing as licensing representatives have attempted to gain entry into licensed Family Child Care Homes under the guise of issuing a letter grade to the facility. Please be aware that there is no “licensing” requirement to issue a letter grade to child care facilities.

It is standard protocol for licensing representatives to show picture identification prior to entering a licensed facility. We encourage you, as licensees, to ask for identification if this protocol is not followed. You may also call your local licensing office for verification, if necessary:

We encourage you to contact your local law enforcement if persons posing as licensing staff try to gain entry into your facility without proper identification.


Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006

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