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Director General for Rescue Services: Danger has passed, it is safe to go to school and work

The Ministry of the Interior’s rescue authorities issued an emergency warning about a potential drone sighting in Uusimaa on 15 May 2026 shortly before 4.00. The authorities have now announced, through an emergency warning, that the danger has passed. When an emergency warning is issued, it is essential to follow the instructions of the authorities.
Press release Ministry of the Interior Rescue services, 15.5.2026 7:18

Finland’s rescEU Medical Stockpile reached full readiness

The rescEU Medical Stockpile hosted in Finland reached its full material readiness at the end of April. All products specified in the original plan have now been purchased and stored and they are ready to go. The project was completed on schedule, thanks to seamless cooperation among the different parties.
News item Ministry of Social Affairs and HealthMinistry of the Interior Rescue services, 13.5.2026 13:10
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Finns to receive more advice on preparing for emergency conditions

The Ministry of the Interior has launched a project to develop guidance for the public on how to prepare for emergency conditions. The guidance will complement existing preparedness advice in the Preparing for Incidents and Crises guide published on Suomi.fi.
Press release Ministry of the Interior Rescue services, 4.5.2026 13:19

European Coalition for Civil Preparedness and Resilience met in Helsinki: Russia is the most serious security threat to Europe

Ministers responsible for preparedness from Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Poland and Germany have issued a joint statement in connection with their meeting in Helsinki on 16 April.
Press release Ministry of the Interior Rescue services, 16.4.2026 14:17

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