noun
Refers to organized assistance provided to victims of natural or man-made disasters, including search and rescue, provision of food and shelter, and medical aid.
政府は被災地に災害救助隊を派遣した。
The government dispatched a disaster relief team to the affected area.
災害救助のための募金活動が行われている。
A fundraising campaign for disaster relief is being held.
Compound of 災害 (disaster) and 救助 (relief, rescue).