


The Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue Department
The Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue Department is responsible for the safety of citizens, businesses and communities in ten municipalities. Its tasks include accident prevention, rescue operations, emergency medical services and improving the preparedness of the municipalities and their residents in case of emergencies.
Latest news

Hanko’s beaches cleared of grease pellets
The collection of grease pellets discovered in Hanko at the end of January has been completed. All known occurrences on the mainland and the surrounding islands have been inspected and cleaned.
Press release
Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue services, 11.3.2025 12:19

Using the Emergency Number Correctly
The 112 day is observed every year on 11 February. The purpose of this day is to heighten public awareness about safety-related issues. This year’s focus was on the correct use of the emergency number, with a particular emphasis on educating children and young people.
Press release
Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue services, 20.2.2024 17:37

The year is changing soon - please use fireworks safely!
The Uusimaa Rescue Departments urge users of fireworks to pay special attention to local weather conditions and safe fireworks use. Up-to-date warnings can be checked on the Finnish Meteorological Institute's website.
Press release
Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue services, 19.12.2023 10:47
Escape room inspections only revealed minor shortcomings
This autumn, Uusimaa rescue departments carried out inspections on escape rooms.
Press release
Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue services, 20.11.2023 10:11
The Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue Department
Situation Centre, information office and switchboard (24 hours a day)
tel. 029 151 2112.
customer service: lansi-uusimaa@pelastustoimi.fi
authority service: tilannekeskus.lu@pelastustoimi.fi
Address:
Palomiehentie 1
02750 Espoo
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