Staying safe through California’s storms

WHILE California is known for its sunny days, it is hard not to notice the recent storms that have flooded the state.

As the Filipino community is very much a large presence within California and with family as a core center of culture, the storms and their impact have left many of us wondering what’s next, especially for our loved ones.

A webinar, recently held on January 17, informed California residents on how to stay safe and alert throughout the storms that have severely impacted the state. The news briefing was hosted by Listos California, a program from California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (CalOES). In partnership with Ethnic Media Services (EMS) and California Black Media (CBM), more briefings will be held similar to this one in the future. These briefings will focus on sharing important information, especially resources, for those who have been heavily impacted by the storms.

California’s preparation and readiness

Diana Crofts-Pelayo, assistant deputy director of crisis communications and media