The prolonged cold has given rescuers much more work
This winter's severe cold has significantly increased the workload for rescue services in Estonia as people rely more on traditional heating methods.
United Cajun Navy offers search and rescue services in hunt for Nancy Guthrie
The United Cajun Navy has offered its search and rescue services to assist Arizona authorities in the search for Nancy Guthrie, though local law enforcement has not confirmed the request.
Missing Young Girl - Police Operation Underway in the Search
A young girl has gone missing from her home in Kaxholmen, prompting a significant search effort by the police and rescue services, who are seeking tips from the public.
Avalanche alert in Jämtland – helicopter called in
An avalanche alert has been issued in Krokom municipality, Jämtland, with a helicopter and rescue services deployed to the area.
Fire broke out in the mine in Keminmaa
A fire at the Kemin chrome mine in Keminmaa was extinguished by employees before rescue services arrived.
Police Task in Jätkäsaari
Police and rescue services responded to an incident in Jätkäsaari, Helsinki, on Saturday night, which has now been concluded.
Gas hissing in the air in Lempäälä
Rescue services in Lempäälä responded to reports of hissing sounds attributed to a leaking medical nitrous oxide canister in a cardboard box.
Search initiated for two teenagers
Norwegian police have launched a search for two teenage boys on a trip by Femunden lake, in coordination with rescue services.
Estonia is starting to test a social ambulance service
Estonia plans to trial a social ambulance service in Pärnu County to address non-urgent social issues and reduce the burden on police and rescue services.
Alarm of fire in the area of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
A medium-sized building fire has been reported in Vantaa near Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Difficult Ice Conditions: 'Extreme Situation'
Sweden's Maritime Administration has deployed extra helicopter resources due to severe ice conditions affecting rescue operations in Vänern and Bottenviken.
Fully developed fire in a multi-family house in Iggesund
A fully developed fire has broken out in an old hostel converted into apartments in Iggesund, forcing residents to evacuate, while the rescue services are struggling to manage the situation.
The Front House was Destroyed by Fire in Hämeenlinna - One Dead
A fire in Hämeenlinna has resulted in the death of one person and the complete destruction of a front house.
Five helped off Fjarðarheiði
Rescue services assisted five individuals stranded on Fjarðarheiði in Iceland.
Three people went through the ice in Stockholm: "A little scary"
Three individuals fell through the ice in Riddarfjärden, Stockholm, highlighting safety concerns as hundreds ventured onto the ice despite warnings.
Water Damage in Downtown Helsinki
A water damage incident has been reported at Kaisaniemenkatu 4 in downtown Helsinki, prompting a response from the rescue services.
Avalanche off-piste above Courmayeur, skiers involved in a channel of val Veny
An avalanche in val Veny has affected several off-piste skiers near Courmayeur, prompting a response from local rescue services.
Stable building on fire in Heinola
A stable building is on fire in Vierumäki, Heinola, with firefighting efforts currently underway.
Fire in a war veteran's house – conditions difficult
A wooden war veteran's house caught fire in Luumäki, with firefighters facing challenging conditions while combating the blaze.
A kettle caught fire at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport causing a major alarm
A kettle fire on an Airbus at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport prompted a large emergency response from local rescue services but resulted in no injuries or wider damage.
Serious accident at Helsinki Central Railway Station
A serious accident occurred at Helsinki Central Railway Station, prompting a response from rescue services.
More need to do civil duty in the rescue services - now young people are being drafted
Sweden has activated civil service duties requiring young people to participate in training for rescue operations, with a target of 3,000 trained individuals by 2024.
Danger situation in the center of Helsinki - police and rescue services on site
A potential danger situation in central Helsinki was managed by police and rescue services after ice fell from a building onto the sidewalk.
Warning to single-family home residents: Don’t make this mistake – Several incidents already this winter
The Finnish Rescue Services Central Organization warns single-family homeowners against thawing frozen pipes themselves, citing multiple incidents this winter that resulted in serious damages and fires.
A residential building caught fire in Vilnius
A residential building in Vilnius caught fire, leading to the mobilization of emergency rescue services.
Rescue services helped tourists in the Beskids who slipped in inaccessible terrain
Rescue services in the Beskids were deployed to assist tourists who slipped while navigating difficult terrain.
Tunnel partially closed after traffic accident on E16 in Bærum
A traffic accident on the E16 in Bærum has resulted in a partial closure of the tunnel, with police and rescue services on the scene.
Aircraft missing in Northern Sweden – Norwegian helicopter sent out to search
A small aircraft with two people onboard has gone missing north of Kiruna, prompting a search involving a Norwegian rescue helicopter and several local rescue services.
Journal of Laws of February 6, 2026 (positions 138-141)
This article discusses various legislative announcements and regulations published in the Journal of Laws, including updates on medical rescue services and prosecutor's offices in Poland.
71-year-old retiree dies while winter swimming in the Baltic Sea
A 71-year-old retiree has died while winter swimming in the Baltic Sea near Graal-Müritz, with rescue services finding his lifeless body after a large-scale search operation.
Russia attacks two more vessels off Ukraine's coast
A Russian drone strike on a Panama-flagged tanker near a Ukrainian port injured one crew member as maritime rescue services responded to the incident.
'They have no idea what they do to a small self-employed person'
Following a left-wing extremist attack on the power supply, tensions are high in southwest Berlin, with police warning of burglaries and rescue services alerting to dangers for vulnerable citizens amid rising frustration over the perpetrators and political priorities.
Four Croats rescued from a vehicle stuck on a mountain road in Herzegovina
Rescue services in Bosnia and Herzegovina saved four Croatian citizens from a van stranded in snow on a mountain road in northern Herzegovina.
Police: Only brutal action has somewhat ensured peace in Berlin on New Year's Eve
Despite over 1800 fire alarms and around 400 arrests on New Year's Eve, Berlin experienced a relatively quiet transition into 2026 compared to previous years marked by violence and attacks on rescue services.
Large deployment of rescue services: Serious accident in Lenggries
A serious car accident on B307 in Lenggries left three people injured, one critically, when a sports car collided with an SUV after veering into oncoming traffic.
Massive deployment of rescue services: High damage from fire in Dorfen
A substantial fire in a multi-family house in the Grüntegernbach district of Dorfen caused significant damage estimated at 50,000 euros, but fortunately no residents were injured as fire services quickly extinguished the flames and evacuated the occupants.
Four hikers killed in avalanche in Greece
Four hikers have died after being caught in an avalanche in central Greece, according to rescue services.