Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state is working to funnel information<\/a> to local law enforcement, The Sacramento Bee reported.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s all-around intelligence collecting, and it\u2019s all about a posture of preparedness for the worst-case scenario,\u201d Newsom said. \u201cWe have been gaming those out for some time as it relates to, again, what the FBI has been warning of. Again, it\u2019s not a surprise, and it\u2019s sort of a large part of the larger spectrum of considerations that we have as it relates to doing what we can to support our federal partners and local partners at the state level, in terms of what could happen next.\u201d<\/p>\n Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper said despite the FBI\u2019s notice, there \u201cwasn\u2019t a credible threat.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThe more possible threat is of some lone wolf doing some action versus sending a ship with drones on it,\u201d he said. \u201cIt\u2019s one of those things\u2014 take it with a grain of salt.\u201d<\/p>\n I am in constant coordination with security and intelligence officials, including at @Cal_OES<\/a>, to monitor potential threats to California \u2014 including those tied to the conflict in the Middle East. <\/p>\n While we are not aware of any imminent threats at this time, we remain prepared\u2026<\/p>\n \u2014 Governor Gavin Newsom (@CAgovernor) March 11, 2026<\/a> <\/p>\n The possibility of Iranian drone attacks on California may be remote, but others warned precautions may be necessary.<\/p>\n \u201cLiving in such, odd and stressful times, you have to take all of this seriously<\/a>, but you also have to take it with a grain of salt,\u201d U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-Concord, told KGO. \u201cShould we be concerned? Absolutely. But we\u2019ve got to go about our business and our day, take care of our families and our jobs and our communities, while we\u2019re concerned about the international situation.\u201d<\/p>\n Surviving a drone strike or other aerial attack probably isn\u2019t something most people in the United States have had to think much about. But if the prospect has you worried, some safety tips may help you feel more prepared.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s what to know:<\/p>\n What to do in an aerial attack<\/p>\n A World Health Organization flyer lists suggestions for defending yourself<\/a> from aerial attacks, including drone strikes.<\/p>\n Go underground: Find an underground shelter, such as a basement or subway tunnel, if possible. Stay near walls with no windows or glass, but don\u2019t lean against walls, which could expose you to injury from the blast shockwave.<\/p>\n Get inside: If you are outside, get inside the nearest building. If you can\u2019t get underground, take shelter on the lowest floor of the building. Stay away from windows.<\/p>\n If you are caught in the open: If you can\u2019t get inside, find a ditch or other hiding spot below ground level and take cover. Lie flat on your face and put your head on your arms.<\/p>\n Cover up: Cover your skin with inflammable materials or, if you can\u2019t, at least wear a coat, jacket or even a newspaper to try to protect against burns.<\/p>\n Close your eyes: Keep flying debris from hitting your eyes.<\/p>\n Keep your mouth slightly open: This will protect your lungs against injury from a blast.<\/p>\n Plan ahead: Identify the safest room in your house \u2014 normally bathrooms are the most solid and have the fewest windows. Have plastic sheeting and adhesive tape ready to cover your windows. Build an ad-hoc shelter using a table, mattresses and books. Fill your bathtub to ensure a safe supply of drinking water.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t watch the air raid: Don\u2019t go out and take photos of it, either, WHO advised. And don\u2019t congregate in large groups, particularly in the open. Stay away from windows.<\/p>\n ![\"BRUSSELS,](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2266139388-GI.JPG\" "\\"2266139388-GI.JPG\\"")
How can you stay safe in the event of a military drone attack? Here\u2019s what to know. Omar Havana Getty Images What to do if you see a military drone<\/p>\n