Critical needs met of targeted vulnerable groups in declared disaster situations. The teams shall be composed of operating unit staff and others as appropriate and feasible. OFDA shall establish authorities and responsibilities governing the teams' modes of operation. All efforts shall be made to ensure that timely and appropriate assistance is efficiently delivered to the neediest victims. OFDA may use the notwithstanding clause where necessary to deliver disaster assistance on a timely basis.
Disaster relief is intended to address immediate life threatening concerns.
Disaster Relief 1. This includes goods and services offered by other Federal agencies, e.g. DOD, which will be charged against the IDA account. Relief Planning occurs generically and with reference to specific disaster threats. Emergency Action Manual, Chapter 13 . OFDA also operates through indigenous NGOs when appropriate.