Protect People. Prevent Harm. Recover Fairly and Fast.

California faces worsening wildfires, floods, heat waves, and the ever-present risk of major earthquakes. Too often, disaster policy focuses on response after lives and homes are already lost. As Governor, I will put protecting Californians at the center of how we prepare for wildfires, floods, earthquakes, and extreme weather. That means shifting from a system that reacts after disaster strikes to one that prevents harm before it happens. I will fight for major investments in wildfire prevention, flood control, and seismic retrofits, prioritizing the communities most at risk. We will strengthen early warning systems, improve evacuation planning, and ensure emergency communications reach everyone—across languages, abilities, and income levels—so families have the information and support they need to stay safe.

When disasters do occur, my administration will make sure recovery is fast, fair, and humane. I will protect renters and homeowners from displacement, cut red tape so people can access aid quickly, and ensure assistance reaches workers and small businesses. We will rebuild smarter—making homes and infrastructure safer and more resilient—while holding utilities and public agencies accountable for reducing risk. California can lead the nation by proving that disaster preparedness is not just about infrastructure, but about dignity, equity, and keeping people in their homes and communities.