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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
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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
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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
Firefighters and a man with a certificate of honour stand in front of a fire truck

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.
Press release Helsinki Rescue services, 2.12.2025 9:57