Press Releases

Stockton, CA – Over the last six months, the Office of Emergency Services established a core planning team with the South San Joaquin County Fire Authority, CAL FIRE Santa Clara Unit, and key local partners to strengthen a comprehensive assessment of wildfire mitigation needs across San Joaquin County. This team will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the County’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).

As of at 8:49 a.m., the National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for San Joaquin County from 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025, through 4 p.m. on Friday, December 26, 2025. Prolonged periods of rain and gusty winds may create hazardous driving conditions, including localized roadway flooding and ponding. The weather system is also expected to bring colder temperatures, increasing the risk of cold-related illnesses such as hypothermia, particularly among unhoused community members.

The Manufactured Home Replacement and Elevation (MHRE) Program provides critical support to community members impacted by the December 2022 through early January 2023 floods. The program offers grants to help eligible mobile homeowners in San Joaquin County replace and elevate manufactured or mobile home units that were damaged or destroyed.

Stockton, CA. - On May 28, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom issued an emergency proclamation for San Joaquin County to support ongoing recovery efforts for the Victoria Island Levee Failure providing financial assistance for recovery efforts.

STOCKTON, CA — The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors is pleased to announce the appointment of Tiffany Cacho as the new Director of the Office of Emergency Services (OES). With more than 15 years of experience in emergency operations, public safety communications, and disaster preparedness, Cacho brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and local experience to the role.