Prolonged restrictions due to high rate of spread of infection
The Government and the Public Health Agency of Sweden are prolonging several restrictions in the country until 17 May. This is because the rate of spread of Covid-19 remains high...
The age limit is still 65 for Astra Zeneca vaccine
The recommendation remains that people under the age of 65 should not be vaccinated with Astra Zeneca’s Vaxzevria vaccine, says the Public Health Agency (Folkhälsomyndigheten).
Travellers from Brazil urged to get tested and avoid contact with others
The Public Health Agency of Sweden recommends that people who have been to Brazil and travelled into Sweden get tested for Covid-19 and avoid contact with others.
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.
Vaccination being offered to those 12 years and older
The Public Health Agency of Sweden ("Folkhälsomyndigheten") has decided to recommend vaccination against Covid-19 from the age of 12 years. The decision is based on the...
Important Public Announcement Fire and smoke in Gävle, Gävleborg County
Update 4 August 21.50: The warning about a fire in the Gävle has been withdrawn.
Important Public Announcement Fire and smoke in Ljusdal, Gävleborg County
Update 13 August 12.00: The warning about a fire in the Ljusdal has been withdrawn.
Important Public Announcement Fire and smoke in Kungshult, Skåne County
An Important Public Announcement regarding fire and smoke has been issued for Kungshult in Eslöv, Skåne County. People are urged to avoid the area, to go inside and close doors,...
Class 2 warning for extremely high temperatures in Kalmar County
SMHI has issued a class 2 warning for extremely high temperatures in Kalmar County, except for Öland. The warning will remain in effect until Wednesday.
Weather warning concerning snow and storm in parts of Northern Sweden
The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute has issued weather warnings for heavy drifting snow and storms in parts of northern Sweden.