noun
designated evacuation shelter
An official shelter designated by local authorities for use during disasters. The term is common in disaster preparedness contexts.
地震が起きたら、すぐに指定避難所へ向かってください。
If an earthquake occurs, please head to the designated evacuation shelter immediately.
市のホームページで指定避難所の場所を確認できる。
You can check the locations of designated evacuation shelters on the city's website.
避難所 is a general evacuation shelter, while 指定避難所 specifically refers to one officially designated by authorities.
Compound of 指定 (designation) + 避難所 (evacuation shelter).