Views requested on amendments to Act on Emergency Warnings
The Ministry of the Interior invites views on a draft government proposal to amend the Act on Emergency Warnings. The amendments would make the legislative changes required to introduce a cell broadcast public warning system. The consultation round closes on 14 July 2026.
Instructions on staying safe during threats from the air added to the Suomi.fi preparedness guide
The Preparing for Incidents and Crises guide on Suomi.fi now includes instructions on how to stay safe during threats from the air. The new section explains how authorities issue warnings, how to prepare for a drone threat, and how to stay safe during such an incident.
Finland to provide emergency shelter assistance to Venezuela
Venezuela was hit by two devastating earthquakes on 24 June. Finland is assisting Venezuela by providing emergency shelter assistance through the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism.
Ministerial group on Baltic Sea Security in Helsinki: Joint measures to respond to drone-related threats complement national preparedness
The interior ministers of Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and Germany or their representatives have gathered for a meeting of the ministerial group on Baltic Sea Security on 17 and 18 June. The representatives of the countries will discuss drone-related threats in the region and joint measures to respond to these threats. The meeting is chaired by Minister of the Interior Mari Rantanen.
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The Rescue Department reminds you about the appropriate disposal of garden waste
Many people start their spring gardening and yard work around the Easter holidays. The Rescue Department would like to remind people that a good way to dispose of garden waste is to compost it or deliver it to waste station. The burning of garden waste is prohibited in urbanised areas. If you burn leaves and brushwood in a sparsely populated area, you must consider the weather conditions, safety concerns and your neighbours.
New appearance for the Rescue Department
The Western Uusimaa Rescue Department adopted a new emblem in connection with the transfer to the Wellbeing Services County. During 2023, the emblem will be updated on the Rescue Department's vehicles, boats, uniforms, property signs, printed matters and various electronic applications.
Our telephone numbers are changing
The telephone numbers for our Situation Centre and on-duty fire prevention officer will change as of 1 March 2023.
Fire Safety Week is held from 26 November to 1 December
Hundreds of fire stations will have their doors open for public on Saturday 26th November. Come and see what goes on at a fire station!
Save energy safely
Saving energy is a particularly important issue now in the autumn and later in the winter. It benefits us all as individuals but also our society as a whole. Do your share and save energy safely. Below you can find some useful tips.
Welcome to our fire station!
Open Houses on our Espoo and Kirkkonummi permanent fire stations on August 24th and 26th.
Charge batteries safely
The Rescue Department asks everyone to pay attention to the safe charging of lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries.
The alarm system will be tested again on 4 April
This is an ordinary monthly test of the alarm system. The test helps with detecting potential faults in the alarm equipment.
Information regarding civil defence shelters
The situation in Ukraine is causing concern and the rescue department has received many inquiries regarding civil defence shelters.
Information for building owners – public safety network to be upgraded
In buildings and structures that currently contain equipment ensuring the operability of the public safety network, the operability of the public authority communication service referred to in section 109 (15.7.2021/739) of the Rescue Act (379/2011) must also be ensured.
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