Status Definitions

Normal There are no current or imminent deployments.
Advisory Team is notified of a potential deployment by NDMS. Our team leadership may initiate a Call-Down of all team members to notify the team of a developing situation.
Alert The team commander has received official word from NDMS of a possible need for our team to activate. At this time, the team will initiate a Call-Up and notify all team members of the Alert. Team members will begin to evaluate their work situation and begin to discuss the possibility of leaving their jobs for 7-14 days. Team personnel will assess the readiness of personal gear for the specific area climate and make necessary changes. Team commander will notify NDMS of the team's availability and readiness.
Activated When activated, the team's services have been requested. The team commander will initiate a team notification. Upon activation, team members must be at the point of departure at the time given by the team commander.
Deployed The team is currently on deployment.