noun
local disaster prevention organization
A community-based group formed by residents to prepare for and respond to disasters, often working alongside official emergency services.
自主防災組織が避難訓練を行った。
The local disaster prevention organization conducted an evacuation drill.
消防団 is a volunteer fire corps, while 自主防災組織 is a broader community group focused on overall disaster preparedness and response.
Compound of 自主 (self-reliance, autonomy), 防災 (disaster prevention), and 組織 (organization).