Published 5/23/2025

Lowering of terror threat level

On May 23, the Swedish Security Service lowered the terror threat level from four to three on a five-point scale.

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Grass and forest fires

The risk of grass and forest fires is high in parts of the country. Be very careful if you are planning to light a fire.

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Security zones

The police have introduced a security zone covering parts of the Oxhagen and Varberga areas in Örebro. The aim is to prevent serious violent crimes related to conflicts linked to criminal groups. The security zone is in effect from 21 May at 18:00. Anyone who is in the security zone may see more police officers and notice that they are doing more preventive checks. In a security zone, police have the right to conduct body searches and search vehicles.

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The security situation

The authorities on how the war in Ukraine affect the security situation in Sweden.

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Drinking water

Tap water in Sweden is safe to drink but in case of a suspected contamination, there may be a recommendation to boil the water. These will be in Swedish.