Embassy of Sweden on the risk of volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland
There is now seismic activity and a risk of volcanic eruption in the Reykjanes area. Swedes traveling to Iceland are encouraged to regularly review information from local...
Orange warning for snowfall in parts of Dalarna
🔶 SMHI has issued an orange warning for snowfall in parts of northwestern Dalarna. The warning is valid from 3 November 13.00 to 4 November 09.00.
Swedes are urged to leave Lebanon
Due to the further deterioration of the security situation in Lebanon, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs is urging Swedes travelling in Lebanon to leave the country.
Ministry for Foreign Affairs on shooting in Brussels
The Foreign Ministry is aware that there was a shooting in Brussels on Monday evening and that there are reports in the media that two Swedish citizens have been shot. Swedes are...
Evacuation of Swedish citizens from Israel and Palestine
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has started to help Swedish citizens leave the conflict area by air.
The rescue service about a large landslide on the E6 in Stenungsund
A major landslide has occurred on road E6 at Stenungsund. According to the rescue services, the landslide is approximately 150 meters long. A number of people and vehicles as...
Terrorism threat level raised
The terrorism threat level has been raised from elevated to high, reports the Swedish Security Service (“Säkerhetspolisen” or “Säpo”).
National ban on visiting retirement homes
The government has decided to impose a ban on visiting all of the country's retirement homes to prevent the spread of COVID 19. The decision will go into effect on 1 April.
Prohibition of public gatherings with more than 50 people
From Sunday, March 29, public gatherings and public events may have a maximum of 50 participants. The decision was made by the government on Friday (March 27).
Public Health Agency of Sweden: Feel free to exercise, but do it safely
Sports and exercise activities may continue, but certain precautions are needed to reduce the risk of spreading according to the Public Health Agency of Sweden. Physical...