California State Warning Center Alert and Warning Program
Under the vigilant oversight of the California State Warning Center, the Alert and Warning program assumes a strategic vantage point to monitor all state-wide alert and warning activities. It offers comprehensive guidance and support to ensure the effective operation of the Alert and Warning program.
Our mission is to serve as the central hub for all Alert and Warning matters across the State, Local, City, Tribal, Federal, School, and Special District levels. To enhance state-wide community resilience and saves lives during crises. We achieve this by collaborating closely with the Alert and Warning key partners listed below:
Our objective for the Cal OES Alert and Warning Program is to safeguard public safety by assisting the states Alerting Authorities in promptly disseminating critical information during emergencies. A few key areas where the Alert and Warning program focuses its efforts are:
- Training
- Lessons Learned
- Best Practices
- Exercise Assistance
- Planning Support
- Technology
Key goals in assisting all levels of government:
Early Warning: Providing all levels of government timely alerts about natural disasters (such as earthquakes, floods, or wildfires), severe weather events (like tornadoes or hurricanes), and other hazards.
Risk Mitigation: Assist Alerting Authorities through guidance and training to communicate with their communities and the public to take preventive actions to reduce the impact of disasters.
Coordination: Facilitate coordination among all state Alerting Authorities and all levels of government agencies and emergency responders.
Education and Preparedness: Provide education and guidance to Alerting Authorities on how to campaign to their citizens about emergency preparedness, evacuation routes, and safety measures.
Inclusivity: Ensure that alerts focus on a whole community approach within the population, with progressive messaging to include those with Access and/or Functional Needs.
Accuracy and Reliability: Through guidance and training deliver accurate and reliable information to all levels of government to prevent panic, delayed response and/or misinformation.
Program Growth: Alert and Warning Program continues its ongoing research in alert and warning technology and assist the states Alerting Authorities in their efforts of effective messaging during a crisis. This is accomplished by partnering with those on the forefront of the alert and warning community who specialize in the evolving role of information and communication technology.
Cal OES remains dedicated to supporting our stakeholders during critical times. To foster relationships and support your Alert and Warning Programs. We are available to participate in meetings, exercises, and information sharing opportunities. Together, we can sustain your ongoing success.