Due to persistent dry weather, southern Sweden is under extreme forest fire risk warnings from SMHI, affecting regions like Skåne and Östergötland with alerts lasting through early August.
Multiple forest fires in Sweden, particularly in Västmanland and Mariestads, are being actively combated with high readiness and aerial support amid continued risks due to dry conditions.
SMHI has issued extreme forest fire warnings across southern Sweden amid dry, hot conditions as multiple active fires near Surahammar and Skinnskatteberg are being combated with helicopters and firefighting teams.
Sweden is contributing firefighting planes and personnel to support Spain and France battling severe 2026 wildfires, under the EU civil protection framework.
Southern Sweden faces severe weather with an orange rainfall warning in Östergötland, widespread flooding, emergency service mobilization, and rare twin tornadoes sighted near Grästorp.
Southern Sweden has contained multiple forest fires but faces rising fire risks as dry, warm conditions spread across the country, prompting new fire bans.
Eastern and southern Sweden were hit by severe thunderstorms with thousands of lightning strikes and heavy rain on July 5, 2026, causing a barn fire and a paused football match.
A freight train derailment near Gothenburg has disrupted travel for thousands, with recovery efforts expected to take up to two weeks due to extensive rail damage and safety concerns.
Two significant municipal governance issues in Sweden have surfaced: safety shortcomings leading to a firefighter's death and political demands for clearer snow clearing guidelines following costly winter operations.
The Swedish Accident Investigation Authority is conducting a preliminary inquiry into health issues affecting workers at SSAB's Luleå steel mill site, with 34 cases reported and one possibility of formal investigation to follow.
Sweden is increasingly impacted by record-breaking heat and localized storms, reflecting insufficient global climate measures, experts warn.
A teenage girl was fatally struck in Malmö, prompting grief and calls for stricter traffic safety amid concerns over reckless driving.
Alstom and Flox Intelligence have started AI-driven field tests to detect and deter wildlife on Swedish railways, aiming to reduce around 5,000 annual wildlife collisions and improve safety and sustainability.
Ystad addresses rising threats and hate against local politicians with new digital alarm service and collaboration group to improve safety and democratic participation.
Swedish schools have seen a worrying increase in antisemitism following the 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict, with students and teachers reporting fear and harassment.
On April 11, 2026, Sweden faced several serious accidents including a workplace truck overturn in Kiruna, a snowmobile injury near Riksgränsen, and a moped accident in Västsverige.
E.ON works to restore power to over 3,000 customers as Storm Dave causes extensive outages and damage across Sweden.
Storm Dave is battering southern Sweden with intense winds, travel disruptions, and safety warnings during the Easter weekend.
Storm Dave prompts severe weather warnings and travel advisories in western Sweden, with Trafikverket urging caution amidst strong winds and busy Easter traffic.
SMHI issues an orange weather warning for Norrbotten's northern Lapland fjälls due to a severe snowstorm with strong winds, forecasted for Wednesday.
Swedish police handle murder, bomb incidents, and kidnapping on March 31 amid safety warnings and education program critiques.