× The federal government has shut down due to the failures of the President and Congress to continue government funding. Millions of Californians receiving benefits from state programs may be impacted. For now, California’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will continue to provide services and enroll eligible families as long as funding is available. No new federal funding to California WIC will be provided until the President and Congress take action. Families should continue to use their WIC benefits and attend their WIC appointments. This information is subject to change, so please monitor the California WIC website for updates.

Please be wary of potential highly partisan political messaging while visiting federal government websites for information related to the federal government shutdown.

Be Prepared

Disasters such as wildfires, earthquakes and floods, and some human-caused events, can create public health emergencies here in California. When the next disaster strikes, will you be ready?

Preparing for a public health emergency is the responsibility of all Californians. It's crucial for individuals, families and entire communities to be ready to respond, no matter what the situation.

This section provides guidelines and tips to ensure that you and your family are prepared for a disaster before it strikes. Click on the links on the left to learn more about how to develop emergency plans and protect yourself and others.