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Essential summer information

Important information in several languages about fire bans, water shortages, high temperatures and Sweden's most important phone numbers.

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About Swedish healthcare for visitors

Visiting Sweden and feeling unwell? Call 1177 — a registered nurse can advise on symptoms and nearby clinics. For emergencies, dial 112 for an ambulance. More details here.

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The war in the Persian Gulf region

The conflict in the countries around the Persian Gulf continues. It is unclear wheter shipping through the Strait of Hormuz will be opened. The closure of the strait has affected the prices of fuel and other goods.

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SE-Alert: Important public announcements in your phone

This summer will see the introduction of SE-Alert, which will serve as an additional channel for issuing Important Public Announcements to warn and inform the public in the event of accidents, crises and, in extreme cases, war. Read more at the Swedish Civil Defence Agency.