Brian Ferguson Read more about Podcast: Brian Ferguson Takes Helm as Deputy Director of Communications at Cal OES

  In this episode (#66) we talk with Brian Ferguson, deputy director of communications at Cal OES.  We’ll talk about his transition from working in the governor’s office to the world of emergency management and why he’s OK with not knowing everything about... Read MoreRead more about Podcast: Brian Ferguson Takes Helm as Deputy Director of Communications at Cal OES

Abby Browning and Tim James in Broadcast Studio Read more about Podcast: Grocers Considered ‘Initial Responders’ Following Ridgecrest Earthquakes, Disasters

In this episode (#65) of All Hazards, we talk about the important relationship between Cal OES and the private sector. We sit down with two people who have forged a working relationship that exemplifies the symbiotic nature of disaster response and recovery teamwork.... Read MoreRead more about Podcast: Grocers Considered ‘Initial Responders’ Following Ridgecrest Earthquakes, Disasters

Read more about CERT Members from Around US Gather in San Diego for Notable Preparedness Milestone

  California Volunteers, together with the Office of the Governor, announced on May 30, 2019, they kicked off the California For All CERT and Listos Preparedness Conference during an opening ceremony in San Diego, CA on Thursday, May 30, according to... Read MoreRead more about CERT Members from Around US Gather in San Diego for Notable Preparedness Milestone

Australian Delegation at Cal OES HQ Read more about Australian Delegation of Top Emergency Managers Visit Cal OES to Share Best Practices and More

In this episode of All Hazards we chat with three members of a delegation from a high level of Australia’s emergency management leadership. They are visiting Cal OES for strategic discussions on how both California and Australian representatives coordinate and respond... Read MoreRead more about Australian Delegation of Top Emergency Managers Visit Cal OES to Share Best Practices and More

Read more about Podcast: Dirty Bomb Exercise Ultimate Test for Urban Search and Rescue Teams

In this episode (#62) of All Hazards we talk with Orange County Fire Captain Richard Ventura. He’s a member of the California Urban Search & Rescue Task Force 5 and is the director of the Southern Wind RDD US&R Full Scale Exercise. That’s the topic of... Read MoreRead more about Podcast: Dirty Bomb Exercise Ultimate Test for Urban Search and Rescue Teams