Important Public Announcement for Nordmaling, Västerbotten county
Update 22 July 11.13: The warning has been revoked. The danger is over.
Swedish Embassy in France on demonstrations in Paris
Due to demonstrations and unrest in Paris, the embassy urges the public to avoid places where unrest exists and to follow local authorities recommendations.
Forest fires 2018
This page is archived and will not be updated. In July 2018 there were large forest fires in different parts of Sweden. This is where information and warnings from the Swedish...
The investigation of the summer's forest fires has been completed
During the summer of 2018, Sweden was hit by the most extensive forest fires in modern times. The investigation reviewing the management of the forest fires has now been completed.
Snowstorms and extreme cold
Extreme cold can lead to problems during power cuts and when the heating isn’t working. Keep informed about weather forecasts and weather warnings and be prepared for wintry road...
Home preparedness
In the event of a social crisis, help will first go to those who need it most. Plan to be able to manage without the help of society for a week, preferably longer if possible.
SGU: "Risk of difficult summer with low groundwater levels"
The groundwater situation in the run up to the summer has deteriorated since the recent drought. This is what the latest monthly report from SGU, Sweden's geological survey,...
Be aware of fire bans and the risk of fire
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.