SAN FRANCISCO (KCBS RADIO) – Gov. Gavin Newsom has activated the California Operation of Emergency Services to coordinate with local governments as another atmospheric river heads our way.
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There's a push to reach the most vulnerable populations.
The sheer number of people affected right now by this extreme weather is staggering. And immediacy is everything.
"Look out for each other," said Diana Crofts-Pelayo, the assistant director of crisis communications and media relations with the California Office of Emergency Services.
Especially with nearly 16,000 people under evacuation orders in 16 counties across the state.
33 shelters in 14 counties are already open in anticipation of further flooding.
The state is coordinating with local officials to provide generators, sandbags, and comfort kits to the most vulnerable populations.
"We've also moved some resources around the state," she said. "Kind of like a neighbor-helping-neighbor."
Resources such as emergency response teams with swift water rescue abilities, which allow communities to fill the gaps in need.
People in one area can go help more impacted counties in other parts of the state.
Those concerned about possible flooding should prepare an emergency kit now and evacuate when necessary and don't cross road barricades.
More information can be found in several languages at https://www.listoscalifornia.org/.
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