Shooting in the center of Prague
A shooting has occurred in the central parts of Prague in the Czech Republic. People in the area are advised to follow the advice and instructions of local authorities.
Warning of flooding in Almaån river
SMHI has issued an orange warning for flooding in Almaån.
SMHI warns of very high temperatures
SMHI has issued class 1 warnings for very high temperatures in the counties of Sörmland, Östergötland, Jönköping, Kronoberg, Kalmar and Skåne. Daily temperatures of 30°C or more...
Extension of several Covid-19 restrictions
The government announces that the following restrictions will be extended because of the spread of Covid-19.
SMHI warns of heavy drifting snow
Update January 8, 21:50: SMHI have revoked the weather warning class 2 for heavy drifting snow for the Stockholm Uppsala and Gävleborg counties.
Risk of fire and fire bans
One small spark can result in a major wildfire. Read more about what to bear in mind before lighting a fire or barbecuing in the forest or fields.
Heightened state of alert and war
To strengthen the country's defence capability, the state of alert may be heightened. During a state of heightened alert, all of society must work together to ensure essential...
Advice against unnecessary travel to parts of northern Italy and parts of South Korea
The Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs ("Utrikesdepartementet") advises against all unnecessary travel to parts of northern Italy and parts of South Korea. This is because of...
New recommendation for covid testing after a trip abroad
Those who have travelled outside the Nordic countries are recommended to take a covid-19 test on arrival in Sweden, according to the Swedish Public Health Agency. Swedish...
Flood warnings in parts of southern Sweden
🔺 Rain and snow melt caused lakes to flood and rivers to overflow. The Swedish meteorological agency SMHI issued weather warnings for flooding and high water discharge in parts...