§ 8631 Emergency Mutual Aid Authority

Government Code·California

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•During big emergencies (like fires or floods), cities and towns can help each other out.
•They can share people, tools, or supplies to fix the problem faster.
•They must follow their own local rules or plans when helping.

Example

A big wildfire spreads to a nearby town.

The town next door can send firefighters and trucks to help put out the fire, but they have to follow their own town’s rules for sending help.

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§ 8631 Emergency Mutual Aid Authority

In periods of local emergency, political subdivisions have full power to provide mutual aid to any affected area in accordance with local ordinances, resolutions, emergency plans, or agreements therefor. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1454.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

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resolution emergency agreement ordinance assistance accordance

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Government Code. Section 8631.

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