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.
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.
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.
Escape room inspections only revealed minor shortcomings
This autumn, Uusimaa rescue departments carried out inspections on escape rooms.
