noun
major disaster; catastrophe
Official government classification for a disaster so severe that it triggers special economic support measures for victims under Japanese law.
政府は今回の地震を激甚災害に指定した。
The government designated this earthquake as a major disaster.
激甚災害に指定されると、被災地への財政支援が強化される。
When designated as a major disaster, financial support for the affected area is strengthened.