Finland sends expert to Greenland to support disaster preparedness
Denmark and Greenland have requested assistance through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism for an advisory mission in Greenland. The mission aims to help Greenland prepare for potential natural disasters and support the preparedness efforts of the Greenlandic authorities. As the climate warms, the Arctic is undergoing rapid change and is particularly vulnerable to environmental risks and other impacts.
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European experts observe blast tests on civil defence shelters in Rovaniemi
The Ministry of the Interior and the Finnish Defence Forces organised blast tests in Lapland to assess Finnish civil defence shelters. The event was attended by experts from the international Civil Protection Shelter Coalition for Ukraine, led by Finland and Ukraine, as well as from other partner countries interested in developing shelters. An eight-member delegation from Ukrainian ministries responsible for civil defence shelters and from the State Emergency Service of Ukraine also took part. The aim of the event was to develop the Finnish system of civil defence shelters, draw on lessons learned from Ukraine and strengthen international cooperation in civil defence.
Amendments proposed to Act on Emergency Warnings
On 27 August, the Government submitted to Parliament a proposal to amend the Act on Emergency Warnings. The amendments would make the legislative changes needed for introducing a public warning system based on cell broadcast technology. The amendments are scheduled to enter into force on 1 November 2026.
Finland delivers assistance from EU emergency stockpile to Ukraine
Finland has sent material assistance to Ukraine from the EU-funded rescEU emergency stockpile for the sixth time. The shipment from Finland included supplies against chemical, biological and radiological threats as well as personal protective equipment, among other supplies. The total value of the shipment is about EUR 1.7 million.
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Open house at Espoo fire stations on Espoo Day 28 August
Welcome to our family-friendly open house event at Espoonlahti, Matinkylä, Mikkelä and Leppävaara Fire Stations, as well as the Central Fire Station, on Friday 28 August from 2 pm to 5 pm.
Robotics as a Performance Booster for the Rescue Departments of Uusimaa
The rescue departments of Uusimaa and Helsinki have received funding from the Internal Security Fund (ISF) for their joint project ‘Robotics as a Performance Booster for the Rescue Departments of Uusimaa’.
Record number of applicants to Helsinki Rescue School
The Helsinki Rescue School broke its own applicant record this year with a total of 330 applications submitted by the deadline.
New rescue station in Vuosaari
On Monday 23 February 2026, the City of Helsinki Rescue Department opened a new temporary rescue station at the end of Silttikuja in Vuosaari.
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.
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