Incident Management Assistance Teams

Incident Management Assistance Teams (IMATs) are specialized groups of experts organized to support and coordinate disaster response efforts. They assist local agencies during emergencies like wildfires, hurricanes, or floods by providing technical expertise, logistical support, and strategic management. IMATs help assess the situation, establish response priorities, and ensure resources are used effectively, improving recovery efforts. They operate under federal or regional agencies and can be deployed quickly to augment local capabilities, ensuring a more organized and efficient response to complex emergencies.