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mark s ghilarducci @FormerCal_OES

Former Director, California Governor's Office of Emergency Services & Homeland Security Advisor to CA Governor’s - Tweets are my own!

Joined November 2012
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RT @LACOFD: 2/2 “Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of central Texas,” said Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone.  “I am grateful to Ca…
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Kudos to all the agencies on an outstanding job rapidly clearing LA wildfire debris. Well coordinated & record time! Exceptional for launching economic recovery! Well done! @USACEHQ @fema @EPA @EPAland @Cal_OES @LACoPublicWorks @realDonaldTrump @CAgovernor
Great job federal state local agencies on post LA wildfire debris clearing!

ALT Great job federal state local agencies on post LA wildfire debris clearing!
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Unprecedented response to deal with unprecedented wind driven wildfires. Deep appreciation to all agencies, organizations & individuals assisting! #OneTeamOneFight!
Governor Gavin Newsom
@CAgovernor
14 Jan 2025
California continues to mobilize more local, state, federal, out-of-state, and international resources to battle the Los Angeles wildfires. TODAY — 🧑‍🚒 16,800 Personnel 🪖 2,500 @TheCalGuard Members 🚒 1,496 Fire Engines 🚁 81 Aircraft 💧 212 Water Tenders 🚜 204 Dozers
January 14th @2:00PM — Deployed Resources: 16,800 Firefighting Personnel 2,500 California National Guard Members 1,496 Fire Engines 81 Aircraft 212 Water Tenders 204 Dozers

ALT January 14th @2:00PM — Deployed Resources: 16,800 Firefighting Personnel 2,500 California National Guard Members 1,496 Fire Engines 81 Aircraft 212 Water Tenders 204 Dozers

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Southern California fires remain dangerous. The wind event is one of the most challenging I’ve seen in my 40 year career. Deep thanks to all responders & mutual aid assets pouring in from throughout CA & neighbor states working to save lives & property.
Mutual aid firefighters working the so cal fires

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In the face of cyber-attacks, physical threats & a chorus of misinformation - law enforcement & emergency services have been working nonstop for months to ensure a safe & fair election in California & thru-out the U.S. npr.org/2024/10/19/nx-s1-515… (npr.org/2024/10/19/nx-s1-515…)

U.S. cybersecurity chief says election systems have 'never been more secure'

Jen Easterly, director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, told NPR that election officials across the U.S. have made big improvements to bolster both physical and cyber security.

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Governor Gavin Newsom
@CAgovernor
19 Oct 2024
🔥@Cal_OES and @CAL_FIRE are on the ground supporting @OaklandFireCA in response to the ongoing fire in Oakland. The state’s C-130 was deployed to assist.
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Twenty-three years ago today, our world changed! We can never forget! #WTC #NYFD #NYPD #PAofNYandNJ #PENTAGON #Shanksville #AAFlight92 #AAFlight11 #UAFlight177 #UAFlight93
23 years ago today - life in America changed. We can never forget.

ALT 23 years ago today - life in America changed. We can never forget.
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Intercollegiate Wire
@IC_Wire
30 May 2024
RJ Ghilarducci's coaching journey at @valpoufootball showcases remarkable success, from defensive improvement to record-breaking achievements, earning praise from NBA legends and coaching veterans alike. valpoathletics.com/athletics…

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29 Years ago, April 19,1995 - Today we remember and honor those who were lost; those who’s lives were forever changed; those who responded and those who supported! #OklahomaCityBombing #OneTeamOneFight #NeverForget #FightHate
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Today our thoughts & condolences are w/family & friends of @LASDHQ Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer & the entire LA County Sheriff family. Deputy Clinkunbroomer tragically lost his life in the line of duty! His service will never be forgotten! #dedication #honor
LACO Sheriff Deputy tragically killed in the like of duty. Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer

ALT LACO Sheriff Deputy tragically killed in the like of duty. Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer
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Twenty-two years ago today, our world changed! We can never forget! #WTC #NYFD #NYPD #PAofNYandNJ #PENTAGON #Shanksville #AAFlight92 #AAFlight11 #UAFlight177 #UAFlight93
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Today our thoughts & condolences are w/the family & friends of CAL FIRE Assit Chief Josh Bischof, Fire Capt Tim Rodriguez & Pilot Tony Sousa who tragically perished in helicopter crash battling a wildfire in Riverside Co. Their service will never be forgotten! #dedication #honor
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California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
@Cal_OES
17 Jun 2023
We appreciate all our #mutualaid partners statewide who work together to help keep Californians safe.
Angeles National Forest@Angeles_NF
17 Jun 2023
Local fire chiefs in @Cal_OES Region 1 met recently to discuss mutual aid, cooperative fire plans, and peak fire season ahead. #AngelesNF Fire Chief Robert Garcia is featured second from right. @LACoFDPIO #OneTeamOneFight #teamwork #wildfires #FIRE
Eight people in uniform are arranged in a semi-circle and looking at the camera. Large equipment, including a red fire engine, is staged behind them.

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Congratulations to Chief #MikeRichwine @CAL_FIRE on your 42 years of public service and on your retirement! So commendable! It’s been a journey my friend and we’ve been through much together! Without question CA is much safer because of you!
CAL FIRE - Office of the State Fire Marshal@cal_office
29 Dec 2022
Today we recognize our State Fire Marshal, Chief Michael Richwine’s, retirement. Thank you for your 42 years of guidance and leadership. youtube.com/watch?v=jE77HxnH… @CAL_FIRE
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Congratulations #AmandaRay @CHP_HQ on your retirement and for all of your years of service to the State of California. I thoroughly appreciated our close partnership and deeply enjoyed our friendship! All the best!!
CHP Headquarters
@CHP_HQ
1 Jan 2023
Congratulations to Commissioner Amanda Ray on her well-deserved retirement! After nearly 33 years of dedicated service to public safety, the first woman to hold the highest position in the CHP ends her career with a final radio call dispatch. Watch here: fb.watch/hMzj23t60z/
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After more than a decade serving as Director of @Cal_OES I am super excited to hand over leadership to an exceptional emergency manager, leader & public safety professional. Thank you @GavinNewsom for the appointment of #NancyWard. We are in good hands!
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
@Cal_OES
31 Dec 2022
Today @GavinNewsom announced Nancy Ward as the next Director of Cal OES. Director Ward is one of the nation’s foremost emergency managers with broad experience working at @DHSgov @fema @FEMARegion9 as well as Cal OES. Huge welcome back!
Welcoming the New Cal OES Director

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Today our thoughts & condolences are w/the family & friends of @RSO Deputy Isaiah Cordero & the entire Riverside County Sheriff family. Deputy Cordero tragically lost his life in the line of duty! His service will never be forgotten! #dedication #honor
Condolences to the family and friends of Riverside County Deputy Isaiah Cordero who lost his life in the Line of Duty today.

ALT Condolences to the family and friends of Riverside County Deputy Isaiah Cordero who lost his life in the Line of Duty today.
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Happy holidays & Merry Christmas to all. As we enter into a new year, this is a great reminder to check your disaster prep levels: ✅Make a Plan;✅Get Some Supplies w/Backup Power for Home & Devices;✅Know Evacuation Routes! Be Safe 4 a happy 2023!!
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Deep appreciation & sincere gratitude to @TonyThurmond @emjakewolf and the entire @CADeptEd Team the recognition and for all the years of partnership working to keep our kids safe and our schools resilient! #OneTeamOneFight
Jake Wolf@emjakewolf
22 Dec 2022
Was able to honor @CalOES_Dir from @Cal_OES along with @TonyThurmond and @CADeptEd for his service to #california #schools
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California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
@Cal_OES
21 Dec 2022
NEWS: Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for Humboldt County to support the emergency response to today’s 6.4 magnitude earthquake near the City of Ferndale. Learn more: wp.me/pd8T7h-7Io
Graphic: State of Emergency declared

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