Available Support
Each of the MERS Detachments can concurrently support a large Disaster Field Office and multiple field operating sites within the disaster area. MERS is equipped with self-sustaining telecommunications, logistics, and operations support elements that can be driven or airlifted to the disaster location. MATTS and some of the MERS assets can be airlifted by C-130 military cargo aircraft.
The MERS and MATTS are available for immediate deployment. As required, equipment and personnel will deploy promptly and provide:
- Multimedia communications and information processing support, especially for the Communications Section, Emergency Support Function (ESF) #2 of the Federal Response Plan (FRP).
- Operational support, especially for the Information and Planning Section, ESF #5 of the FRP.
- Liaison to the Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO).
- Logistics and life support for emergency responders.
- Automated information and decision support capability.
- Security (facility, equipment, and personnel) management and consultation.
Most equipment is preloaded or installed on heavy-duty, multi-wheel drive trucks. Some equipment is installed in transit cases.
Last Modified: Friday, 21-Apr-2006 16:44:31 EDT