Region Gotland: Reduce use of municipal water
Region Gotland urges households and businesses connected to the municipal water network to cut back on water consumption.
Important public announcement for Östersund Municipality, Jämtland County
Update March 18, 03:00: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against non-essential travel to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar
Due to the deteriorating security situation in the region, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs decided on 28 February 2026 to advise against non-essential travel to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar. The advisory remains in effect until further notice.
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs’ information to Swedish nationals in Iran, Israel and neighbouring countries
On the morning of February 28, 2026, Israel and the United States launched an attack on Iran. Here we have compiled information from the Swedish embassies for Swedes who are in Israel, Iran, and neighboring countries. Swedish citizens are urged to register on the Swedish List, download the UD…
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against non-essential travel to Cuba
Due to the serious situation in Cuba, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs decided on 12 February to advise against non-essential travel to the country.
Important Public Announcement in Malmö, Skåne County
Update 22.55: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.
Important Public Announcement Rättvik, Dalarna
Update 23/1 21.50: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.
Swedes in Iran are urged to leave the country
Due to the security situation, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs decided on 12 January to tighten its travel advisory for Iran. The Ministry advises against all travel to Iran and urges Swedes in Iran to leave the country.
Important public announcement in Västernorrland County
Update Jan 9 8AM: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.
Important public announcement for Högsby, Mönsterås and Oskarshamn Municipality, Kalmar County
Update 3/1 06.00: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.
Red warning for snow and wind
The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) has issued a red warning for snowfall and wind in parts of Gävleborg County from Thursday afternoon. The Swedish Transport Administration urges the public in that area not to travel on the roads at all. There are also orange and yellow…
Storm Johannes
Update 29 December 10.22: After the storm Johannes, the electricity grid is being restored in affected areas. Keep your distance from power lines on the ground. Do not enter storm-damaged forests.
Important public announcement for Dalarna, Gävleborg, Västernorrland and southern Jämtland counties
Update 28/12 09.30: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.
Major bus accident on the E45 near Storuman
At around 9 o'clock on Saturday morning, a bus carrying around 50 people veered off the road and overturned on the E45 motorway near Storuman.
Very difficult road conditions in parts of southern and central Sweden
Due to snowfall, conditions are very difficult on certain roads. Road users are advised to stay up to date. On the E6 near Landskrona and on the E22 north of Lund, traffic is restricted and road users are advised not to travel.