Joint EU crisis preparedness helps support preparedness in all Member States
The civil preparedness ministers of the Nordic countries, Baltic States, Poland and Ukraine met in Vilnius on 6 September to discuss the current situation and common challenges. Items on the agenda included warning the population, civil defence shelters and mass evacuations across borders. Finland was represented at the meeting by State Secretary Antti Salminen.
Minister Ranne: Government strengthens police and Border Guard activities in budget negotiations
“Next year’s budget proposal shows that the Government has the will to strengthen security. In Finland, help is available in times of need,” says Lulu Ranne, Minister of Transport, Communications and the Interior.
Phase two of Rescue Act reform launched
The Ministry of the Interior has set up a project for the second phase of the Rescue Act reform. The government proposal is due to be submitted to Parliament in autumn 2025.
Municipal health protection authorities to be given powers to issue emergency warnings
The Ministry of the Interior has set up a project to amend the Emergency Warnings Act to enable municipal health protection authorities to issue emergency warnings if necessary.
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Helsinki City Rescue Department's checklist for New Year celebrations
The Helsinki City Rescue Department is on standby 24/7, which means that both our emergency rescue and prehospital emergency care services will be available on New Year's Eve as well.
Helsinki residents' self-preparedness needs improvement – confidence in rescue services high
According to the latest Helsinki Safety Survey, only about a fifth of Helsinki residents are prepared in accordance with the national 72-hour recommendation.
Robin Harju rescued a man from a burning apartment – Helsinki City Rescue Department presented him with the ‘Elämän liekki’ award
The ‘Elämän liekki’ award is presented on the initiative of the Helsinki City Rescue Department.
National Paramedic of the Year from Helsinki
Matias Lahtela from the Helsinki City Rescue Department was chosen as the Paramedic of the Year by the Finnish paramedics’ association Suomen Ensihoitoalan Liitto ry.
Jari Korkiamäki of Helsinki City Rescue Department is Fireman of the Year 2025
Head of Unit Jari Korkiamäki from the Helsinki City Rescue Department has been selected as Fireman of the Year 2025.
Firefighter and paramedic of the year elected
Every year, the staff of the Helsinki City Rescue Department elects the firefighter of the year, ‘Stadin brankkari,’ and now the paramedic of the year, as well.
Innovations by the Helsinki City Rescue Department recognised
Helsinki City Rescue Department received two innovation awards.
Fire alarm at a medical care institution: Watch the video to learn what to do
The Fire alarm at a medical care institution videos explain the basic things to note in case of a fire alarm at a medical care institution.
Kivijalka25 camp inspires young people to get involved in rescue services
At the Kivijalka25 camp, young people will practise, among other things, first aid extinguishing, first aid and how to deal with accidents.
Heatwave Brings Tasks for Emergency Medical Services and Rescue Units
Helsinki is enjoying warm weather this week. However, the heatwave also brings challenges that may increase the number of assignments for the rescue services – including both rescue units and ambulances.
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