How to Prepare for Severe Winter Storms: A Statewide Guide
Governor Newsom's declaration of a statewide state of emergency due to an impending series of atmospheric river systems in California entails legal implications.
Penal Code Section 396, or the anti-price gouging statute enacted by the Governor, stipulates that rent increases are capped at 10% above pre-emergency levels for existing tenants and those entering into new agreements alike. Taking this bold action will help protect Californians from being taken advantage of during uncertain times.
As the winter storm's effects continue to ripple through California, Governor Newsom has extended emergency protections in order to ensure a swift response and aid for those affected. Such measures are designed as an additional safeguard against price gouging which will remain valid until February 3rd 2023 - though this could be subject to change should conditions require it.
In preparation for potential flooding in the region, Governor Brown has taken extensive measures to ensure that all necessary resources are made available. The State and Federal Governments have been mobilized with an activated state Operations Center and a Flood Operation's center set up which brings together forecasting specialists, reservoir coordination staff as well as key supplies like sandbags to support on-the-ground flood prevention efforts.
As the Governor's emergency proclamation is issued in anticipation of upcoming storms, residents are urged to prepare and familiarize themselves with guidelines released. Price-gouging victims can rest assured knowing that violators may be subject to a yearlong county jail stint plus steep fines up to $10K or more - not including civil penalties local ordinances could impose.
