Description:The FEMA Modeling Task Force (MOTF) is a group of modeling and risk analyst experts from FEMA Regions VIII (Denver) and IV (Atlanta) that may be activated by the FEMA National Response Coordination Center (NRCC) for Level 1 events in support of disaster response operations. The group consists of individuals with experience in multi-hazard loss modeling and impact assessments, including earthquakes, hurricanes, riverine and coastal floods (surges, tsunamis), winter storms and others. The MOTF plays an important role in coordinating hazard and modeling information from a variety of sources, including other federal agencies, universities, the National Labs, and State and local agencies, to develop consensus for best estimates of impacts before, during, and after events. The MOTF integrates observed information throughout disasters to “ground-truth,” verify, and enhance impact assessments.