Exceptions to the 50 person rule are being investigated
The government is investigating the possibility of easing the rule that prohibits public gatherings and public events that consist of more than 50 participants. The limit of 50...
Nursing home visit ban is extended
The government has decided to extend the ban on nursing homes until 30 September.
Orange weather warning - Wind and snow in the alpine region
🔶 Update, 3 February, 18.15: The weather warning regarding wind and snow in the Härjedal, Jämtland and southern Lapland mountains will be in effect until Sunday morning. The...
Weather warnings - High water discharge and flooding in river Kävlingeån
As a result of snow melting and rainfall, waterflows are quickly increasing along Kävlingeån river in Skåne county. Weather warnings have been issued regarding risk of flooding.
SMHI (SWEDISH METEOROLOGICAL AND HYDROLOGICAL INSTITUTE): Warning for very heavy snow
Update 2 November 10.30: An orange-level weather warning is in effect for Gotland regarding wind and heavy snowfall. The weather may cause traffic disruptions during Thursday.
Class 2 warning concerning large amounts of snow in Västerbotten
A weather warning class 2 has been issued concerning large amounts of snow in Västerbotten county's coastal district.
Covid-19 vaccination begins on 27 December
On 27 December, vaccination against Covid-19 will begin in retirement homes in Sweden. The first shipment, with 9750 doses, will be distributed to all regions of the country.
Climate change
The climate of the earth and Sweden is getting warmer. This increases the risk of extreme weather, natural disasters and other disturbances in society. Read about how society is...
Volcanic eruption in Iceland
A major volcanic eruption has occurred on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland. The eruption followed a strong earthquake north of the town of Grindavik at around 9pm on Monday...
Class 3 snowfall alert for Västernorrland
The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute has issued a class 3 storm alert for Västernorrlands County. From Monday evening through Tuesday night, 40-70 centimetres of...