News and press releases
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.
Press release
Helsinki Rescue services, 9.3.2026 14:57
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.
Press release
Helsinki Rescue services, 20.2.2026 15:40
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.
Press release
Helsinki Rescue services, 19.12.2025 10:42
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.
Press release
Helsinki Rescue services, 4.12.2025 12:23