News and press releases
Stadin brankkari 2024: The best thing about this job is the community
Firefighter Aki Pollari, 57, has been awarded the 2024 Stadin brankkari award. His ongoing career at the Rescue Department has lasted over 30 years.
Press release
Helsinki Rescue services, 2.10.2024 9:33
Sanna Aivio appointed Principal of Helsinki Rescue School
At its meeting on 18 June 2024, the Helsinki Social Services, Health Care and Rescue Services Committee appointed Sanna Aivio, Master of Social Services and Health Care, as Principal of the Helsinki Rescue School.
Press release
Helsinki Rescue services, 19.6.2024 13:50
Charge safely!
Devices charged at home, often indoors, such as electric bikes and scooters and home electronics, create a risk which increases all the time.
Press release
Helsinki Rescue services, 24.6.2024 15:22
Summer delicacies safely from the grill
As summer begins, barbecuing and the use of fire are always a topic of much discussion. Where are you allowed to barbecue, what does ‘open fire’ mean exactly, and what about wildfire warnings?
Press release
Helsinki Rescue services, 5.6.2024 12:56