Tag: Emergency
Denmark’s military expenditure is increasing as the world’s powers sharpen their claws
S! CLEAN songA new defense proposal is a new one doomsday alarm called S!RENEN, which will sound a loud siren on people’s phones in the event of an impending disaster. There is no need to download a special app: in an emergency, the alert will be sent directly by mobile operators to mobile phones, along […]
Emergency calls will increase in 2022
Emergency calls to 112 increased the burden of the Emergency Management Agency.
A foreign policy expert suggests an emergency service platform with video, photo sharing
“It could be useful to provide an easy way to provide audiovisual material so that the authorities can get a better general understanding of the matter,” says researcher Charly Salonius-Pasternak.
11-year-old Bryna took her own life
Bryna comes into contact with child and youth psychiatry in Västerbotten to receive a neuropsychiatric examination. She receives an ADHD diagnosis, but she also has clear autistic traits and is put on a waiting list for further investigation. Her mother Jennie notices that Bryna is getting worse and worse and that it has become increasingly […]
Blizzard hits Sweden and disrupts traffic
STOCKHOLM, March 8 (Xinhua) — Public transport in and around the Swedish capital was severely disrupted on Wednesday as heavy snowstorms swept across the country. Sweden’s Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI) issued an orange warning as up to 30 cm of snow and strong winds are expected to pose a danger to the public and […]
Five cars collided on Miklabraut
This afternoon on Miklabraut near Skeifan there was a road accident involving five vehicles. The collision caused significant traffic disruption. Four ambulances and one fire engine were called to the scene. Three people were taken to the emergency room. According to Ásgeir Halldórsson, assistant fire chief, the situation is now under control. Based on an […]
According to the Finnish Rescue Association, cooking is the most common cause of residential fires in Finland
According to international statistics, fires are common worldwide. In the United States, cooking is the number one cause of home fires and fire-related injuries, with more than 173,000 fires reported in 2018 alone, resulting in 550 deaths and 4,820 injuries. In the UK, cooking is the most common cause of household fires, accounting for over […]
Air India flight from New York en route to Delhi was diverted to Sweden after technical fault
By Ashoke Raj New Delhi [India]February 22 (ANI): Air India Delhi flight from New York had to land in Sweden’s capital Stockholm after encountering technical glitches on Wednesday. Air India flight AI 106 had about 300 passengers. There was panic among the passengers after the cockpit crew announced that the flight was diverted to an […]
Ban on work for Efling members: “Absolute emergency measure”
The board of the Confederation of Workers (SA) approved the proposal for companies and enterprises that belong to it to ban Efling members from working. If it is accepted, none of the employees employed on the basis of the Efling and SA payroll agreements may work and receive remuneration at that time. Voting on the […]
Strikes in Finnish ports and road transport continue after workers rejected the cost-benefit ratio
“All textual terms had been removed from the proposal. AKT’s goal is still to reach a solution as soon as possible. comment Ismo KokkoChairman of the ACP. Juha MutruThe CEO of the Port Operators Association confirmed on Sunday that the settlement proposal only applies to wage increases, which suggests that employers are unlikely to accept […]
More than 130 Turkish builders were arrested and the last survivors were pulled from the ruins
Footage from the affected area shows how some buildings have collapsed like a deck of cards, while others have been damaged but are still standing. Turkish judicial authorities raided more than 130 people allegedly involved in these irregular construction practices. On paper, Turkish building regulations are up-to-date with current earthquake engineering standards. However, they are […]
Crisis aid after the earthquakes, Russian flower protests against the war in Ukraine and a hyped art exhibition open the gates
Hour 1: Professor of emergency medicine on disaster relief after the earthquakes Reportage from crisis-stricken Turkey The civil defense is being equipped on Gotland Hajpad art exhibition opens its doors in Amsterdam Chronicle by Katarina Barrling The panel: Anna Dahlberg, Martin Klepke, Heidi Avellan Hour 2: New offensive from Russia in the Ukraine war. Already […]
Finland sends emergency aid to Syria
According to the Ministry of the Interior, Finland is preparing to deliver material aid to Syria.
Lots of damage due to strong winds
Multiple emergency teams in the capital area have been called to assist with the current weather situation in the country. Most quests focus on removing damage. Rescue team tasks include: removal of the broken façade of the Urriðaholtsskóli school, removal of broken road signs and many others. In the district of Breiðholt some roofs have […]
Turkey’s trauma becomes Erdoğan’s fate test
Turkey’s president has declared seven days of national mourning following the earthquake in the early morning of February 6. Although the extent is not yet fully known, it is clear that what happened is a historical disaster and a national trauma for Turkey. Few things test a country’s structures and leaders like a natural disaster. […]
Finland’s national preparedness day is a reminder of what every home should have – just in case
People should have enough supplies for at least 72 hours in an emergency, such as a natural disaster or war attack.
Helsinki-Uusimaa health services pages down, HUS lists the emergency numbers
HUS said it was investigating the cause of the disturbance.
More and more Swedes receive military deployments
STOCKHOLM, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) — The number of Swedes with war deployments increased by 66,000 individuals to over 404,000 in the second half of 2022 and it is expected to increase further, Sweden’s Television (SVT) reported on Monday. According to the Swedish law, workplaces can order their employees to stay at work if the government […]
Almost 100,000 more calls were made to Mielinterveyssuomi’s MIELI crisis line than the previous year
“Russia’s war of aggression, the coronavirus pandemic and other ongoing crises are taking a toll on people. Low-threshold services, such as the Crisis Hotline, now fill the service gap of public services. People living in Finland should invest more in the psychological resources”, says Sanna VesikansaMIELI Mielenterveys Finland’s crisis operations manager. The most common reason […]
The manipulator – flattery and grooming | Part 1/5
Several young girls all receive threatening text messages that nude pictures of them will be sent to their loved ones. There is only one way for them to stop this. To meet the person who sent the SMS. The Manipulator is a story that spans 20 years back in time. A story about how the […]
People are asked to seek help elsewhere
Landspítali Hospital is under a lot of pressure right now. A very difficult situation is especially in the emergency department in Fossvogur. Therefore, patients who may be asked to seek help elsewhere. This information was announced on the Landspítali Hospital website, where due to very high pressure and workload, it becomes necessary to prioritize patients […]
Heat wave that covers the whole of Europe reaches Denmark
An extreme heat wave is currently washing over Europe, causing temperatures of up to 41 degrees in several major cities. In the UK, high temperatures have prompted authorities to issue a national emergency alert. And according to several media outlets, up to 1,000 people in Spain and Portugal have lost their lives this month due […]
Other than emergency calls burden the emergency services
Emergency calls have increased significantly in various parts of Finland, and ambulances are often sent to situations where there is no real emergency, the rescue service says. Such situations can overwhelm emergency services and delay their arrival in truly urgent situations. According to the emergency center’s figures, the number of first aid services dispatched during […]
Rescue operation in Breiðafjörður
Yesterday morning, two people were rescued from a sinking fishing boat off the coast of Breiðafjörður. The boat was leaking and the pumps on it were unable to cope with the amount of water flowing onto the deck. The rescue operation was very quick and only 6 minutes after the Coast Guard emergency call was […]
To the rescue of exhausted tourists
Emergency teams across the country had their hands full in the bad weather conditions that hit Iceland in recent days. In total, rescue teams carried out about twenty tasks. Davíð Már Bjarnason, representative of Slysavarnarfélag Landsbjörg, says the calls began at noon. “A group on a mountain patrol in Landmannalaugar was sent to the Laugarvegur […]
Parliament approved the amendments to the Border Guard Act
Read more: Parliament rejected a last-minute demand to reform the Border Guard Act (July 5, 2022) The Finnish opposition thanks the committee’s report on reforming the Border Guard Act (July 1, 2022) Parliament also approved a motion to update the Emergency Powers Act to allow emergency powers to be used in response to a hostile […]
The head of health urges Finns to reduce alcohol consumption as the shortage of healthcare personnel worsens
The shortage of personnel in social and health care has worsened during the summer, when employers have not been able to recruit enough personnel to cover vacation trips. Markus HenrikssonThe director general of Valvira, the supervisory authority for the social and health sector, told Yle that the problems are "serious". "Normally, during the summer season, […]
Right now: The Norwegian Prime Minister is holding a press conference
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is holding a press conference in connection with the suspected terrorist attack that took place in Oslo early on Saturday morning. Participating are Minister of Justice and Emergency Preparedness Emilie Enger Mehl and Minister of Culture and Gender Equality Anette Trettebergstuen. The echo transmits immediately.
According to the UNHCR, global resettlement needs for refugees will increase sharply next year
The increase is due to the humanitarian impact of the pandemic, the many protracted refugee situations and the emergence of new refugee situations over the past year. Most of the needs in 2023 will come from asylum countries on the African continent; about 662,012 refugees staying there are estimated to be in need of resettlement. […]
The EBU has denied Ukraine the right to host Eurovision Song Contest 2023
“We are disappointed with this decision of the EBU. During this month, many people in Ukraine have done everything possible to meet the conditions for Eurovision in our country. Security is, of course, our first priority. UA: PBC, state and municipalities did a thorough job to see such an unappealable statement, so we ask our […]
Tehy Magazine: Dozens of acute and intensive care nurses have resigned in Oulu, Tampere
“This is too many nurses. I haven’t come across such a large number of nurses before,” he said, noting that replacing intensive care nurses is difficult despite the ongoing recruitment campaign. “We have to reduce and close more operations than in previous summers.” For example, Oulu University Hospital will have 14 intensive care units for […]
WHO to convene emergency meeting next week over ‘unusual and disturbing’ monkey epidemic
That is why I have decided to convene an emergency committee in accordance with international health regulations next week to assess whether this epidemic is a public health emergency of international concern. “ As monkey pox infections increase around the world, the WHO DG called on previously affected countries to identify all cases and contacts […]
10 homes were destroyed in the Vihti townhouse fire
Ten homes were completely destroyed in a fire that broke out during the night in the municipality of Vihti on Wednesday. The house was an older building where the fire walls between its ten dwellings did not extend into the upper roof structure, forming an open wind tunnel through which the fire spread. The rescue […]
Seven police are accused of using pepper spray against protesters in Helsinki
A total of 16 protesters received police pepper because they refused to stop traffic on Kaisaniemenkatu in Helsinki. Read more: Police suspected of beating pepper spray on protesters in the Finnish capital (9.12.2020) In the opinion of the Police Board, the use of pepper spray was justified (9.10.2020) Finnish police spray a peaceful demonstration in […]
Two teenagers died in a collision between a car and a truck near Turku
Two young people died in a car and truck collision near Turku Airport on Friday night. According to police, there were six people in the car at the time of the crash. The victims were a young woman born in 2005 traveling in the back seat and a young man born in 2005 sitting in […]
Gazprom cuts off Denmark from Russian energy … but this should not be a situation with “all hands on the pumps”, warn economists
Gazprom, the Russian energy company, announced yesterday that it will not supply more gas to Ørsted – Denmark’s largest energy company. A day earlier, the Danish company had reiterated its position that it would not meet Russia’s demand for payment in rubles. The Danish Energy Agency, the Danish Energy Agency, has secured the public that […]
The Minister of Defense confirms that Denmark has now donated DKK 2 billion in military aid to Ukraine
Minister of Defense Morten Bødskov confirmed yesterday that Denmark’s total expenditure on military donations to Ukraine has now reached DKK 2 billion – double what was previously thought. In April, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen confirmed plans to increase spending from 400 million to 1 billion kroner, and now it has shot up further. Believed to […]
Covid is easing, the shortage of health care personnel continues
Health authorities in Finland expect new cases of Covid to decline during the summer, but experts remain concerned about the ability of hospitals to cope in the coming months. The number of coronavirus patients in hospital has declined recently, less in intensive care than ever since last summer. Chief Medical Officer of HUS, Veli-Matti Ulandertold […]
See: Greta Thunberg donates prize money to the Sámi Youth Organization
The Finnish Sámi Youth Association (SSN) said it was surprised by the news that a Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg would donate € 30,000 in prize money to the organization. The prize money comes from the prize awarded to Thunberg by the Finnish removal service company Niemi Services Oy. "I am very honored to receive […]
A sure sign of summer: Finland is preparing for the forest fire season
Despite the relatively cold temperatures in Finland, the start of reconnaissance flights for forest fires is a sure sign that summer is just around the corner. The first such flights will start departing at any time in the regions of Pirkanmaa, Satakunta and Southwest Finland, says in a press release. Mika Kurvinensenior officer at the […]
Gasum: Russia plans to stop importing gas to Finland this week
Imports of natural gas from Russia to Finland are likely to end this week, either on Friday or Saturday, according to a statement released by the Finnish state gas company Gasum on Wednesday. The announcement came after Gasum revealed on Tuesday that it would refuse to pay the Russian gas company Gazprom Export in rubles, […]
After clashes – Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister resigns
Sri Lanka reports that at least 78 people were injured in clashes with security forces in connection with government-critical demonstrations. Sri Lanka is experiencing a severe economic crisis, with power outages and shortages of food, fuel and medicine, which has caused the population to react. A state of emergency prevails, which, among other things, gives […]
Minister of Economic Affairs: Shutting down gas supplies to Russia could cost thousands of Finnish jobs
According to the Minister of Economic Affairs, if Russia cut off gas supplies to Europe at the end of May, the effects on the Finnish economy would be more detrimental than the halt in oil imports. Mika Lintilä (Cen). Speaking in Yle’s A-Studio’s current affairs program on Wednesday evening, Lintilä stated that a relatively large […]
Studio A live broadcast from Gotland – The Armed Forces in focus
Studio One broadcasts live from Gotland on Wednesday. The focus of the broadcast will be on defense, where Gotland’s regiment will be in focus with guests such as Magnus Frykvall, regimental commander of Gotland’s regiment, Rikard von Zweibergk, emergency manager on Gotland and local politicians. Listen to the entire live broadcast here.
Siren tests will sound more sinister than previous years
Did you know that today is World Asthma Day and tomorrow, sometime the fourth of May is with you, etc., World Star Wars Day. Save a thought for Darth Vader that he must tolerate back-to-back days where he celebrates his greatest enemies. In order not to be left out, Denmark has two big days this […]
A large-scale accident training will be held at Helsinki-Vantaa
At Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, one of the largest major-accident training exercises ever will be held on Wednesday, with the participation of 15 different organizations and 450 people. "Normally, such a large exercise is held at the airport once a year. However, due to Covid, it was not possible to practice for a few years," said Jorma […]
Guterres: Mother Earth is in trouble and action is needed
Geneva – Environmentally, the planet was in decline long before the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution designating April 22, 2009 as International Mother Earth Day. The purpose of this day is to celebrate the wonders of Mother Earth. The day is also intended to highlight the problems that threaten the health of the world’s […]
Healthcare knew about Manfred’s suicide plan – his mother found him dead
– It was not right what was done with him. It feels like we did not really get the chance to save him because we did not understand the seriousness of this, she says. Eva thought that the care of Manfred had broken down in several ways, but the child and adolescent psychiatry saw no […]
Finnish unions end the nurses’ strike and start planning a mass separation
Super and Tehy announced Tuesday that they have decided to suspend the second, broader phase of the strike as the Minister of Family and Social Affairs seeks to restrict the right to strike. Who is Linden (SDP). Linden on Tuesday declared YLE A-studio says it intends to take forward a new law on patient safety, […]
Ministers fail to agree on mandatory nursing duties during the strike
“I believe that the draft law on patient safety should be submitted to the government,” the Minister of Family and Social Affairs Who is Linden (SDP) told YLE on Sunday. The decision to do so is exceptional, as the governing parties have not yet found a consensus on whether the strike is so dangerous to […]
Denmark to get millions of iodine tablets
Two million tablets are estimated to be enough to cover the risk group in the event of a nuclear incident taking place nearby. That group consists of children and young people up to the age of 18, pregnant and breastfeeding mothers as well as health and emergency personnel who work outside and who are up […]
When the mother needs psychiatric care
Sandra was a woman who loved family life. But a month after she had her fourth long-awaited child, a daughter, something begins to change with Sandra. – She could go to the fridge suddenly and pour out all the milk products because she was convinced that it was life-threatening for the children to drink the […]
VMA in Karlskoga, Örebro County •
In a crisis, you need to know how long the water, food and medicine must last. And there is a plan to give you reports. But that plan rests entirely on you having what it takes. Both cyber attacks and natural disasters can knock out the electricity grid and with it our most common means […]
Film rebellion activists fined for police disobedience
About 22 Extinction Rebellion activists have been fined for failing to comply with police orders during a protest in the capital last summer. The activists blocked a busy street in the center of Helsinki and wanted to get the government to declare a climate and ecological emergency and bring forward Finland’s carbon neutrality target from […]
Minister: The corona situation in Finland remains serious
According to the Minister of Family and Social Affairs, the coronavirus situation in Finland is still serious, although the media has largely turned to other news topics. Who is Linden (SDP). Lindén said in a Tweet on Tuesday night that while the country’s headlines have increasingly focused on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the strikes […]
New curfew in Sri Lanka – state of emergency announced
The president has imposed a curfew on the entire island with two hours’ notice. It extends to Monday morning at 6 and this to avoid more protests. Yesterday also came the news that the country had declared a state of emergency as a result of the protests. Hear our South Asian correspondent Naila Saleem about […]
The Ministry of Health is preparing legislation that will force more nurses to work during the strike
The nurses ’strike, which began on Friday morning, could lead to serious delays in medical care, chief physicians in the six major hospital districts affected by the march have estimated. They say work can endanger the lives and health of patients and even lead to loss of life. Trade unions have negotiated with management for […]
The center appoints Kurvinen Minister of Agriculture and Honkonen manages the cultural portfolio
The center has appointed the current minister of science and culture Antti Kurvinen new Minister of Agriculture and Forestry. Kurvinen’s party buddy Petri Honkonen to take over the science and culture portfolio, party representatives said at a news conference Thursday morning. Honkonen, a 34-year-old Member of Parliament from Central Finland, has a master’s degree in […]
The nursing strike could threaten the health and lives of patients in Finland, warn doctors
The strike affects the hospital districts of Helsinki and Uusimaa (HUS), Pirkanmaa, Central Finland, Northern Savonia, Northern Ostrobothnia and Southwest Finland. The proposed terms and conditions of employment would have affected a total of 420,000 municipal workers, including nurses, doctors, social workers, teachers and educators. Chief physicians from six major hospital districts responded to the […]
Niinistö: NATO membership would be "most sufficient" Finnish security
President Sauli Niinistö says that it is clear that Finland’s possible NATO membership would permanently increase tensions with Russia at the country’s borders. Niinistö, who was interviewed on Yle TV1 on Saturday, said that the biggest benefit of NATO membership would be "get a deterrent effect". On the other hand, there is a risk of […]
The Finns acquired portable radios after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Finnish electronics stores have seen an increase in sales of battery-powered radios in recent weeks, which suggests that some residents are preparing for the possibility of a future emergency. Sodankylä’s electronics chain Veikon Kone’s sales of portable radios began to rise soon after Russia’s deadly invasion of Ukraine, according to the store’s retailer Jukka Haavisto. […]
Saarikko: The Finnish government will pay 300 million euros to support agriculture
“This package includes fast-acting forms of support that support the solvency of farms,” he said said BTIalso draws attention to the responsibility of food and retailers. “The state is doing its part, but the market is responsible for profitability.” Saarikko said that the ministry’s security of supply working group created as a result of the […]
Roundup: 2 killed in the third Swedish school attack in just seven months
STOCKHOLM, March 22 (Xinhua) – Two teachers were killed in a violent attack on a high school in Malmö in southern Sweden. This has been the third school attack in the country since last summer. The suspect, an 18-year-old student at the school, was arrested at the scene ten minutes after the first emergency call. […]
Ukrainians fill the Tampere reception center to the full
The Tampere Kauppi reception center has been filled with Ukrainian citizens fleeing the war in their home country, the city of Tampere announced on Friday. The statement added that 155 people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine are housed in downtown and emergency accommodation. "The reception center is full. Emergency accommodation may take a few more […]
The Finnish Red Cross is asking for more volunteers
The Finnish Red Cross says it needs more volunteers to serve the people who have fled the fighting in Ukraine. Volunteers are currently involved in emergency accommodation preparations and equipment arrangements, but more is needed when new facilities are opened. Tommi VirtanenThe contingency manager of SPR’s Southwest Finland district says that there are about 200 […]
Finland is updating its security policy on Russia’s attack on Ukraine
Government Coordination Group chaired by the Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto (Green) has begun preparing a report assessing the effects of the Ukrainian war on Finland and its possible effects on the country’s foreign, security and defense policy. The report discusses the economic effects of the war and addresses issues related to the provision of key […]
The Øresund Bridge closed to all car traffic tonight
Sixth since 2000The exercise will take place on the motorway and in one of the railway tunnels. It will test the emergency cooperation in the event of an accident. Trains to and from Sweden will continue to run during the exercise, but with lower departure frequencies. Stay informed about the train schedule via the Itinerary. […]
200 tons of medical and food aid arrives in Ukraine
Trucks carry: 38 war-wounded drug packs. Each pack can help treat 50 people with serious injuries. 1’170 emergency packages, each containing: 3600 blankets 1200 buckets 1200 hygiene products 1’170 cans 1200 kitchen sets 1200 tarpaulins Water and sanitary supplies 5,120 body bags Florian SeriexAn ICRC spokesman in Ukraine said: “I am currently in Ukraine in […]
According to the UN, the number of refugees fleeing Ukraine is 2.5 million
He said the UN refugee agency needs about $ 500 million for its emergency work in Ukraine and neighboring countries, adding that it has so far received more than $ 300 million, of which nearly $ 200 million is from individuals, businesses and foundations. Calling the war nonsensical, Grandi wrote in a tweet: “The number […]
The EU will pay the first tranche of EUR 300 million to Ukraine
This is the first tranche of the first € 600 million tranche of Ukraine’s new € 1.2 billion emergency aid program. An additional payment of EUR 300 million is expected next week. The program is a concrete demonstration of the EU’s unwavering support for Ukraine, the statement reads. “Disbursements have been accelerated to improve Ukraine’s […]
In Finland, sales of munitions are growing
The war in Ukraine has led to a sharp increase in sales of military and camping equipment in Finland. Army and outdoor specialty store Varusteleka has reported several tens of percent sales spikes, and bulletproof vests and helmets are already sold out. "We now sell more than Christmas, which is definitely the sales season. February […]
The IMF approves $ 1.4 billion in crisis financing for Ukraine
Washington [US]March 10 (ANI): The International Monetary Fund has approved $ 1.4 billion in emergency funding for Ukraine in the midst of the ongoing war with Russia, the fund said in a statement. “The International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s Executive Board today approved a $ 1.4 billion (SDR 1,005.9 million) payment under the Rapid Financing Instrument […]
Finnish firefighters donate equipment to Ukrainian colleagues
In less than a week, 85 donors from across the country have taken part in a fundraiser in Ukraine organized by the Central Organization for Rescue Services (SPEK). The Ukrainian rescue service had sent a list of their needs, and the Finnish rescue services have sent what they could. Petri JaatinenThe head of the Spek […]
Finland is well prepared for possible crises, says the warehouse manager
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in the background The security of supply center Nesa is preparing to store supplies, according to the agency’s director. Jaakko Pekki. He told Yle on Tuesday that Finland was particularly prepared for food production, as the country produces about 80 percent of the food it consumes. "Finns eat an exceptional amount […]
Right now: People are fleeing Kyiv – then Wiktor goes there to help
Civilians began leaving the besieged city of Sumy and the smaller community of Iprin in the day after Russia and Ukraine agreed on humanitarian corridors. While many Ukrainians are trying to leave the capital Kyiv, others go there to help. AT doctor Wiktor Rutkowski from Stockholm has gone to Kyiv to work at an emergency […]
Kela explains the social security rights of people arriving in Finland after the situation in Ukraine
Kela has been asked about the social security of people who came to Finland as a result of the situation in Ukraine. Ukrainians can currently stay in Finland, for example, as asylum seekers or without a visa for 3 months if they do not want to apply for asylum. Some have come to stay with […]
The opposition parties want to assess Danish bunker capacity in the light of increasing threats
With the war raging in Ukraine, an increasing number of people fear what would happen if it reached us in any way. The opposition parties want Denmark ready. Therefore, they have asked for an assessment of the nation’s bunker capacity: to find out how many people could safely seek refuge with them from a hostile […]
Finland is investigating the provision of hospital beds to the wounded in the war in Ukraine
Authorities are preparing to provide hospital care in Finland to those injured in the ongoing attack in Ukraine. The country’s largest hospital district, HUS in Helsinki and Uusimaa, has already received inquiries about the possibility of providing hospital beds to those wounded in the war. Chief Medical Officer of HUS Veli-Matti Ulander told Yle that […]
Latest on the war in Ukraine
Participants: Lubna El-Shanti and Johan Mathias Sommarström from Lviv in Ukraine, Alex Wade, emergency coordinator at Médecins Sans Frontières and Malena Britz at the Swedish National Defense College. Kajsa Boglind is the host. The clip is a live broadcast from Ekot which was broadcast on March 6, 2022 at 16.03.
Difficult humanitarian situation – hospitals are attacked
Hear the latest about the war in Ukraine. Participants: Lubna El-Shanti and Johan Mathias Sommarström from Lviv in Ukraine, Alex Wade, emergency coordinator at Médecins Sans Frontières and Malena Britz at the Swedish National Defense College. Kajsa Boglind is the host.
Danish television companies are organizing a ‘Live Aid’ to support Ukraine
Pencil March 12 into your diaries as your day to be worthy as ‘Together for Ukraine’ is this year’s Live Aid. DR and TV2 join forces to arrange a fundraising concert in support of Ukraine, culminating in a concert broadcast live from the Town Hall Square in Copenhagen at 19:30. Big screens in Aarhus, Odense, […]
The statement of the US ambassador about the Russian attack causes confusion in Finland
The United States Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfieldtold Russia at an emergency session of the UN General Assembly on Wednesday that Russia had threatened to attack Finland and Sweden. "President Putin continues to escalate – putting Russia’s nuclear forces on high alert and threatening to attack Finland and Sweden. At every stage of […]
Finnair is starting temporary termination negotiations with its personnel
The Finnish national airline Finnair has announced that it will start negotiations with personnel representatives to lay off the flight crew for a maximum of 90 days. In a press release issued on Thursday, the company said that the closure of Russian airspace would cause significant changes to Finnair’s traffic. "The need for additional monthly […]
Pharmacy Association: Iodine tablets do not need to be collected
Demand for strong iodine tablets has been higher than usual since the beginning of the crisis in Ukraine, and stocks in several pharmacies have completely run out. By Charlotta SandlerIodine tablets have been widely sought after in pharmacies since the news of the Russian occupation of Ukraine. "According to the recommendations of the authorities, it […]
The World Bank is providing a $ 3 billion aid package to Ukraine
Chairman of the World Bank Group David Malpass and the Managing Director of the IMF Kristalina Georgieva announced Ukraine ‘s aid package on Tuesday (local time) in a joint statement by the IMF and the World Bank Group on the war in Ukraine. “We are deeply shocked and saddened by the devastating human and economic […]
Finland’s largest cities are sending 1.5 million euros in humanitarian aid to Ukraine
The aid is provided in the form of goods or funding through the Finnish state, a humanitarian aid organization or other reliable partner. “The war in Ukraine has caused a humanitarian emergency, and aid is now critical for the people in the midst of the war. Cities want to show their support for Ukraine in […]
This is how you deal with the emotions surrounding the war
On Thursday we woke up to a war in Europe and and everything that previously felt like probabilities suddenly became reality. The world order as we know it is now disturbed – again. Because we thought it was over now, the state of emergency that we learned to live with for two years. During this […]
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement calls for 250 million Swiss francs to help people affected by the conflict in Ukraine
ICRC calls for CHF 150 million ($ 163 million) for its 2022 operations in Ukraine and neighboring countries Director – General of the ICRC Robert Mardini said: “The escalating conflict in Ukraine is demanding a devastating tax. Victim numbers are rising steadily, while health facilities are struggling to cope. We are already seeing long-term disruptions […]
Pastor: Helsinki parishes are ready to receive up to 1,000 Ukrainian refugees
The city of Helsinki and the local church congregations are preparing for the expected arrival of Ukrainian refugees in Finland. According to the Lutheran pastor, the city’s parishes are already ready to receive emergency accommodation for up to 1,000 refugees Juha Rintamäki From Lauttasaari parish. "We can provide more accommodation if the situation worsens," he […]
Lintilä: Finland will survive the winter, even though Russia cuts off gas
Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä (Cen) said on Monday that Finland will survive this winter, even though energy imports from Russia will be restricted. He spoke before an afternoon meeting of EU energy ministers in Brussels to discuss the implications and countermeasures of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Ministers will discuss the state of preparedness […]
Donations will benefit Ukraine
Ever since the Russian war against Ukraine began, Finns have made donations to the Finnish Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, the organization says. The closer to home a disaster strikes, the more willing people are to help Marko KorhonenHead of International Emergency Operations at SPR. Korhonen said that the Finns withdrew in the same way […]
Zelensky: 137 dead, more than 300 injured
Ukrainian President Zelenskyj says 137 people were killed and more than 300 injured during the first day of fighting, according to the AFP news agency. Both soldiers and civilians were killed and injured. The UN refugee agency UNHCR states that around 100,000 Ukrainians have been forced to flee their homes. Ukrainian President Zelensky has signed […]
Ukraine: Millions of people would suffer in a renewed conflict
“Too little attention is being paid to this looming humanitarian catastrophe. Communities are exhausted from the conflict and need humanitarian aid and peaceful solutions instead of weapons. We call on our international partners to support humanitarian aid in Ukraine, which has so far been funded at 9%, to meet existing needs and prepare for emergency […]
The world is facing the biggest security crisis in recent years, says UN chief executive on tensions between Russia and Ukraine
“We have a moment ahead of us that I sincerely hoped it wouldn’t come,” he told the media on Tuesday, adding “we have to pass this test.” Concerned by recent events in Ukraine, Guterres highlighted reports of increased ceasefire violations across the hotline and “a real risk of further escalation in the field.” The Secretary-General […]
Ukraine: Norway condemns Russian invasion
– Norway condemns Russia’s decision to recognize the self-proclaimed “people’s republics” in Luhansk and Donetsk as independent states, says Norwegian Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt. – The decision is another violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty. Norway consistently supports Ukraine’s independence and territorial integrity within internationally recognized borders, says the Foreign Minister. Norway supports an emergency meeting on […]
Ukraine: Norway condemns Russian invasion
– Norway condemns Russia’s decision to recognize the self-proclaimed “people’s republics” in Luhansk and Donetsk as independent states, says Norwegian Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt. – The decision is another violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty. Norway consistently supports Ukraine’s independence and territorial integrity within internationally recognized borders, says the Foreign Minister. Norway supports an emergency meeting on […]
Viking Line denies liability for damages to the Pool Pool
CEO of Viking Line Jan Hanses told the Helsinki District Court on Thursday that the captain of MS Gabriella would not have been able to prevent the accident last month. He argued that this means that the company is not liable to pay damages to the Pool Sea Pool. On January 12, the ship’s power […]
FHM: High immunity in the country – the spread of infection decreases
Authorities hold their weekly joint press conference in the wake of the covid-19 pandemic. Participating are Britta Björkholm, head of department at the Swedish Public Health Agency, Mathias Fredriksson, head of unit, the National Board of Health and Welfare and Svante Werger, special adviser, the Swedish Agency for Civil Protection and Emergency Planning.
Police transfer charges against more than 50 climate activists to the prosecutor
Helsinki police have completed a preliminary investigation into the protest of climate activists by the Elokapina demonstration movement in October last year, when the protesters waded and glued to the entrance to the Government Castle in central Helsinki. Elokapina is the Finnish branch of Extinction Rebellion’s environmental group. In a press release released on Wednesday, […]
