California Executive Order for Imperial County Recovery

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Published February 4th, 2026

Detected February 14th, 2026

Summary

Governor Newsom signed an Executive Order to provide financial support to Imperial County for recovery efforts following the August 2025 Monsoon Storms. The order authorizes Cal OES to provide assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act for validated disaster-related damages and costs.

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Governor Gavin Newsom of California has signed an Executive Order to provide expanded financial support to Imperial County for recovery efforts following the August 2025 Monsoon Storms. This order builds upon the State of Emergency proclaimed in December 2025 and authorizes the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) to provide assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act for validated disaster-related damages and costs.

This action is primarily administrative, directing state resources to aid local recovery. While it does not impose new direct obligations on regulated entities, it signifies the state's commitment to supporting affected communities and infrastructure. Government agencies involved in disaster response and recovery in Imperial County should coordinate with Cal OES as appropriate.

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Feb 4, 2026

Governor Newsom signs Executive Order to assist Imperial County’s recovery following 2025 August Monsoon Storms

SACRAMENTO – Governor Newsom signed an Executive Order today to expand financial support to Imperial County following the August 2025 Monsoon Storms.

The August 2025 storm system brought heavy rain, high winds, and flooding that caused power outages throughout Imperial County, overturned semi-trucks on Highway 86, damaged public infrastructure, and led to multiple road closures and extensive debris removal needs.

Today’s Executive Order builds on the State of Emergency proclaimed in December for the August 2025 Monsoon Storms, and authorizes Cal OES to provide assistance to Imperial County, as appropriate, under the California Disaster Assistance Act and related state regulations to address validated disaster-related damages and costs beyond those incurred by the Imperial Irrigation District.

A copy of the Executive Order for the August Monsoon Storms in Imperial County can be found here.

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