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Alarm signal The general alarm signal is a regularly rising and falling sound lasting for one minute, or a warning issued by the authorities using loudspeakers. The rising and falling sounds last for seven seconds each. An emergency warning is alw...

Fire safety systems installed in buildings Fire safety systems, such as fire detectors and automatic fire extinguishing systems, are often installed in buildings based on legislation, such as building regulations and building permit procedure. Fir...

Systems connected to the ERC The operator of the system and the Emergency Response Centre Agency agree on the connection of a fire detector to the ERC. The ERC forwards assignments automatically The operator of the system and the Emergency Respons...

30.6.2026 | The Ministry of the Interior invites views on a draft government proposal to amend the Act on Emergency Warnings. The amendments would make the legislative changes required to introduce a cell broadcast public warning system. The consultation round closes on 14 July 2026.

1.6.2026 | A new emergency warning system complementing the existing systems will be built in Finland by the end of October 2026. The new FI-Alert system will complement the current emergency warning system by delivering faster and more accurately targeted regional warnings directly to mobile phones. The Ministry of the Interior and Erillisverkot Group signed an agreement on implementing the FI-Alert system on 28 May 2026.

Smoke alarms, other detectors and fire safety products In case of a fire, every second counts! Functional safety devices provide timely warnings. In the accident, they provide crucial seconds that enable evacuation, alerting others, or extinguishi...

Helsinki City Rescue Department Warning the public Rescue authorities warn of imminent danger in many ways and through several channels. Rescue authorities warn of imminent danger in many ways and through several channels. In hazardous situations ...

Helsinki City Rescue Department Rescue services equipment City of Helsinki Rescue Department provides services related to fire alarm systems, fire extinguishing equipment, site information forms and emergency key boxes. An automatic fire alarm sys...

Fire shows A fire show at a public event is a professional activity that requires the permission of the owner or tenant of the building and, if necessary, the landowner. Rescue departments help supervise the safety of public events. Contact your l...

Supervision of fire safety equipment The supervision is based on reports of activities submitted by the companies and the assessment of the qualifications of the responsible person. The means of supervision include supervisory visits and supervisi...

Smoke alarms A functional smoke alarm is a cheap life insurance. The smoke alarm detects smoke gases even at low concentrations and alerts with a loud sound. Ensure the acquisition of smoke alarms and other fire safety devices, and make especially...

Online services Welcome to your local rescue department’s services. The 21 rescue departments in Finland take care of rescue missions and services. As a rule, you should contact the rescue department of the area in which the relevant buildings and...

Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue Department External emergency plans The Rescue Department draws up external emergency plans for sites posing a particular hazard in cooperation with the relevant business and industrial operators. According to the Rescue Act, ...

Digital notifications You can use these online services 24/7. Contact your local rescue department for further information. Rescue departments will serve you in non-urgent matters during office hours. Digital notifications and services Notificatio...

Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue Department Automatic fire alarms and extinguishing equipment Information and forms related to automatic fire alarms and faulty fire alarms. New property with fire detector When building a property with an automatic fire detect...

Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue Department Automatic fire alarms and extinguishing equipment Information and forms related to automatic fire alarms and faulty fire alarms. New property with fire detector When building a property with an automatic fire detect...

Helsinki City Rescue Department Questions and answers about civil defence Frequently asked questions about civil defence in Helsinki and Finland. What is civil defence? Civil defence refers to the performance of humanitarian tasks aimed at protect...

Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue Department Contact us We serve residents around the clock, 365 days a year. In case of emergency, call 112. The customer service and situation centre of the Western Uusimaa Rescue Department are open around the clock. Telephon...

Sheltering indoors Sheltering indoors is the most important means of protecting yourself against threats from outside. These situations may include toxic gas in the environment, harmful smoke or a person behaving in a threatening way. Sheltering i...

Helsinki City Rescue Department Instructions and forms Digital notifications and services Notification of lighting a fire Use this form to submit a notification of lighting a open fire. You should submit the notification to the rescue authorities ...