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Dec 24, 2025
SACRAMENTO – Taking assertive steps to protect Californians from a series of powerful storms, Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, and Shasta counties.
A series of atmospheric rivers has brought high-intensity rainfall and strong winds statewide to already saturated soils, heightening the risk of flooding, landslides, debris flows, and rapidly rising creeks and rivers. Recently burned areas in Southern California, including the Airport, Bridge, Line, Palisades, and Eaton Fire burn scars, face an increased threat of mudslides and debris flows as heavy rain continues.
California is acting early and decisively to do all we can to get ahead of dangerous winter storms. The state has pre-positioned resources, activated emergency authorities, and we are working closely with local partners to protect communities and keep Californians safe.
Governor Gavin Newsom
In anticipation of these impacts, Governor Newsom directed state agencies to pre-deploy emergency response resources across the state, including 55 fire engines, 10 swiftwater rescue teams, five hand crews, five dozers, four loaders, three helicopters, an incident management team, an Urban Search and Rescue Team, and over 300 personnel to protect communities and support local response efforts.
The emergency proclamation allows for the rapid mobilization of state resources and support for local governments under the California Disaster Assistance Act and the deployment of the California National Guard, if needed. It also authorizes Caltrans to seek federal assistance for repairs to damaged roads and highways.
Californians are urged to follow the guidance of local and state emergency officials, avoid flooded roadways, and stay informed as storm conditions continue.
The full text of today’s emergency proclamation can be found here.
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