nuclear disaster
Refers to a catastrophic event involving nuclear materials, such as a reactor meltdown, nuclear explosion, or widespread radioactive contamination.
The Fukushima nuclear disaster changed the lives of many people.
An evacuation plan for nuclear disasters is necessary.
Focuses on radioactive contamination, which is often a consequence of a 核災害.
Compound of 核 (kaku, 'nuclear') and 災害 (saigai, 'disaster').