Explosion Rocks Malmö Apartment Building, Bomb Squad Investigates
An explosion in a Malmö residential building prompted a police cordon and bomb squad investigation, with no injuries reported.
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Bomb Explosion Forces Upplands Väsby Family to Evacuate Amid Investigation
A bomb exploded near the Åhlin family's home in Upplands Väsby, causing damage but no injuries, leading to evacuation and a police investigation into what appears to be a case of mistaken targeting.
Explosion Damages Upplands Väsby Townhouse: No Injuries Reported
A townhouse explosion in Upplands Väsby caused facade damage but no injuries, with police investigating serious public endangerment and explosives violations.
Man Attacked with Corrosive Liquid in Oskarshamn, Police Investigate
A man in Oskarshamn was hospitalized after being attacked with a corrosive liquid; police are investigating without any suspects yet.
Fatal House Fire in Värmland and Suspected Arson in Helsingborg Mark Emergency Responses in Sweden
Two elderly die in Värmland house fire, while suspected arson in Helsingborg leads to investigations and minor injuries.
Hand Grenade Explosion in Södertälje’s Lina Hage Area Causes Material Damage, No Injuries Reported
A hand grenade detonated in Södertälje’s Lina Hage area causing property damage but no injuries; police investigate as a public endangerment case.
Suspected Dangerous Object Found in Södertälje Prompts Police Evacuation and Investigation
A suspected dangerous object found outside a Södertälje villa led to a large police cordon, evacuation, and investigations for attempted murder and public endangerment.
Explosion in Biskopsgården, Göteborg Prompts Evacuation and Police Investigation
A minor explosion in Biskopsgården, Göteborg led to building evacuation and a police probe into the cause involving a suspicious object.
Major Power Outage Affects 20,000 Households in Central Stockholm
Central Stockholm experienced a major power outage affecting 20,000 households tonight, with technical faults halting automatic grid switching and emergency services responding to elevator entrapments.
Massive Water Leak in Norrköping Floods Dozens of Homes in Ljura
A major water leak has flooded dozens of homes in the Ljura district of Norrköping, prompting large-scale emergency response and ongoing mitigation efforts.
Live Hand Grenade Found in Eslöv Prompts Evacuations and Bomb Squad Response
A live hand grenade discovered in Eslöv led to evacuations and a bomb squad deployment in the early hours of October 22, 2025.
Suspected Dangerous Object Discovered in Uppsala's Svartbäcken, Impacting Marathon Plans
A suspected dangerous object found in Uppsala's Svartbäcken area has led to police cordons, safety advisories, and changes to the Uppsala Marathon route.
Örebro Halts Safety Drills at Risbergska After False Alarms Spark Concern
Örebro stops live safety drills at Risbergska after false alarms using a safety app linked to a past mass shooting trigger distress and prompt review.
Norrlands universitetssjukhus in Umeå Declares Reinforcement State Amid Critical Bed Shortage
Norrlands universitetssjukhus in Umeå has declared an emergency reinforcement state due to a critical shortage of care beds, prompting operational measures to manage the healthcare capacity crisis.
Tragic Death at Eskilstuna Care Home Highlights Urgent Need for Staff Training
A resident at an Eskilstuna care home died after choking on a chicken tortilla, exposing procedural deficiencies and the need for better emergency training among staff.
Explosion Causes Damage at Västerås Apartment Entrance, No Injuries Reported
An explosion damaged a Västerås apartment entrance, prompting evacuation and a police investigation, but no injuries occurred.
Police Radio Overload Highlights Communication Challenges During Risbergska Shooting Response
Police faced communication overload during the mass shooting response at Campus Risbergska, prompting calls for reform.
Fatal Altercation at Malmö School Leaves One Dead
A violent altercation at a Malmö school has led to one man's death and raised community safety concerns.
Bjuv Bomb Threat Results in Explosion as Authorities Take Action
A bomb threat in Bjuv led to an explosion as the National Bomb Protection Unit was deployed.
Degerfors IF Mourns the Sudden Passing of Safety Officer Ulf Backman
Degerfors IF faces emotional turmoil following the unexpected death of safety officer Ulf Backman.
Concerns Rise Over Healthcare Worker Safety and Workload Challenges in Sweden
Swedish healthcare faces critical safety and workload challenges amid a violent incident involving an ambulance worker's death.
Severe Traffic Accident Outside Åmål Leads to Hospitalization
A traffic collision outside Åmål on September 30 resulted in one hospitalization and emergency helicopter response.
Swedish Police Suspend Use of Distraction Grenades Following Fatal Training Incident
The Swedish police have suspended distraction grenades after a fatal training exercise incident, citing safety concerns.
Suspicious Object Discovered in Fjärås Prompts Evacuations and Police Response
Authorities respond to a suspected dangerous object in Fjärås, Kungsbacka, with evacuations and bomb squad involvement.
Tragic Death of Home Guard Member During Police Exercise in Motala
A Home Guard member tragically died after a police exercise in Motala involving a distraction grenade.
Major Fire Erupts at Recycling Company in Malmö's Oljehamnen
A major fire at a recycling company in Malmö causes thick smoke and prompt emergency response.
Violent Night in Örebro: Assaults Surge Amid Public Safety Concerns
Örebro experienced a spate of violent incidents on the night of September 27, raising public safety concerns.
Explosion in Malmö Suspected to Involve Hand Grenade
A suspected hand grenade explosion in Malmö's Rosengård district has prompted police action and evacuation measures.
Minor Explosion Reported in Gothenburg: Area Secured for Investigation
An explosion in Gothenburg early September 26 has led to a police investigation and area lockdown.
Serious Accident During Police Training at Markstridsskolan Kvarn
A serious accident during police training at Markstridsskolan Kvarn has left one individual seriously injured.
Significant Fire at Sunne Residential Facility Leads to Hospitalizations
A substantial fire at a Sunne residential facility led to major evacuations and hospitalizations.
Nation Unites in Silence to Honor Murdered Ambulance Worker
Sweden holds a national moment of silence for a murdered ambulance worker amid calls for improved safety protocols.
Explosion Rocks Malmö's Rosengård District: Details Emerge
An explosion in Malmö's Rosengård district caused significant property damage but no injuries.
Drone Chaos Strands Thousands of SAS Passengers at Nordic Airports
A drone incident at Copenhagen Airport disrupts flights, stranding thousands of SAS passengers.
Massive Fire at Gothenburg Recycling Facilities Prompts Public Safety Alert
A large fire at recycling facilities in Gothenburg has led to a public safety alert due to heavy smoke.
Calls for Improved Safety Measures Following Ambulance Worker Murder in Harmånger
The murder of an ambulance worker in Harmånger leads to urgent calls for improved safety measures for emergency responders in Sweden.
Violence Against Ambulance Staff Raises Urgent Mental Health and Safety Concerns
A fatal attack on a paramedic raises alarms about mental health and communication failures in emergency responses.
Tragic Murder of Ambulance Worker in Nordanstig Sparks Safety Concerns
The murder of a female ambulance worker in Nordanstig raises urgent safety questions.
Calls for Enhanced Safety Measures Following Nordanstig Ambulance Attack
Following the murder of an ambulance worker in Nordanstig, calls for enhanced safety measures grow louder.
Murder of Paramedic in Nordanstig Sparks Alarming Calls for Enhanced Safety Measures
The murder of a female paramedic in Nordanstig has raised alarming safety concerns among ambulance personnel in Sweden.
Security Review Initiated After Double Prison Escape in Borås
A national security review is underway after a double escape from Borås detention center raised serious concerns.