Disruptions have been reported for the emergency telephone service 114 14, primarily affecting the Stockholm area. The issues began around 11:30 on Wednesday, but details regarding their extent are still unclear. Mathias Rutegård from the police's national media center reported that the IT department is currently troubleshooting the problem.

The police have indicated that they are referring citizens to their e-services, which are functioning correctly, while those with urgent matters are advised to call the emergency number 112. The disruptions highlight the importance of being aware of alternative communication methods during such outages, particularly in emergency situations where timely assistance is crucial.

As authorities continue to investigate the cause and resolve the situation, there has been no indication that the disruptions extend beyond the Stockholm area at this time. This incident underscores the vulnerabilities in communication infrastructures and the ongoing need for robust systems that can handle unexpected failures, especially in urban centers like Stockholm.