Disaster Response - Organizations

Organizations

The organisation in the United Kingdom for the provision of communications disaster response is RAYNET. The UK organisation for the provision of disaster response by Off-road vehicles is 4x4 Response.

In the US, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) leads and coordinates response to major disasters, Among volunteers, the American Red Cross is chartered by Congress in 1900 to lead and coordinate non-profit efforts. They are supported by disaster relief organizations from many religious denominations and community service agencies. Licensed Amateur Radio operators support most volunteer organizations, and are often affiliated with the American Radio Relay League (ARRL).