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Criticism of efforts during snow chaos and oil spill

Both in the snow chaos on E22 in Skåne and after the oil spill off the coast of Blekinge, the authorities acted too slowly and inefficiently, according to a new report from the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB), reports SR Ekot. .

Criticism of efforts during snow chaos and oil spill

MSB's advice in crisis: Find food in nature

Find food in nature, urges the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) to Swedes in this autumn's new crisis preparedness brochure, reports [SVT](https://www. svt.

MSB's advice in crisis: Find food in nature

Firefighting Plan Sent to Southern Europe

Sweden has sent four aircraft to combat fires in southern Europe. The weather situation is dry and it is strained in the region right now, says Jenny Wärja, unit manager at MSB.

Firefighting Plan Sent to Southern Europe

The MSB does not require an investigation into the chaos on the E45

About 30 vehicles got stuck in the water masses when Sunday's heavy rainfall led to flooding on the E45 outside Lilla Edet. No personal injuries have been reported, but the road had to be closed for nearly two days.

The MSB does not require an investigation into the chaos on the E45

No Gaza Patients to Sweden – Despite Request

Sweden has no plans to receive and care for patients from Gaza, despite the EU Commission having contacted Sweden with such a request, reports Göteborgs-Posten. .

No Gaza Patients to Sweden – Despite Request

Fires are increasing sharply – how to charge safely

Don't charge your e-scooter in the hallway or your mobile in the sofa – and keep an eye on the battery temperature. These are some of the expert tips on how to avoid starting a fire at home with your rechargeable gadgets.

Fires are increasing sharply – how to charge safely

This is how IT problems are affecting Sweden

The global IT problems are also felt in Sweden. Above all, travel is affected.

This is how IT problems are affecting Sweden

Sweden to Develop Plans for Mass Evacuation

Sweden needs to develop plans for mass evacuation to be used in the event of war. Geographical areas expected to be particularly vulnerable are now being identified.

Sweden to Develop Plans for Mass Evacuation

The Floods in Jönköping are to be Investigated

The severe floods that hit parts of Jönköping County last week will now be investigated. The Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) has tasked Jönköping County with examining both the consequences of the floods and the county's preparedness for extreme rainfall.

The Floods in Jönköping are to be Investigated

Fires are increasing sharply – how to charge safely

Don't charge your e-scooter in the hallway or your mobile in the sofa – and keep an eye on the battery temperature. These are some of the expert tips on how to avoid starting a fire at home with your rechargeable gadgets.

Fires are increasing sharply – how to charge safely

They Will Protect Sweden from the Unthinkable

In Nato's policy, it is clear that member countries should strengthen their protection against chemical, biological, and nuclear threats. Despite this, the threats are only mentioned in passing in the Defence Committee's final report.

They Will Protect Sweden from the Unthinkable

Ukrainian children may receive care in Sweden after attack

Sweden has received a request to care for two children from the attacked children's hospital Ochmatdyt in Ukraine's capital Kiev, reports [Göteborgs-Posten](https://www. gp.

Ukrainian children may receive care in Sweden after attack

Twelve tips: How to protect your home during heavy rain

The heavy rain season is here. July and August are the months when the most powerful rainfall usually occurs.

Twelve tips: How to protect your home during heavy rain

SMHI: Then we issue a warning

Rain or sunshine? It's not always the case that the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute's (SMHI) weather forecasts are entirely accurate. But it's not the weather itself that's the focus when a yellow warning is issued.

SMHI: Then we issue a warning

Register to hinder gangs' hunt for dynamite

On July 8, a new national register for explosive goods will be introduced. The purpose is to make it more difficult for criminals to obtain explosives.

Register to hinder gangs' hunt for dynamite

Ten years after the major forest fire – this is how Sweden has prepared

Ten years ago, Sweden was hit by the worst forest fire in modern times. This revealed several shortcomings in Swedish crisis preparedness.

Ten years after the major forest fire – this is how Sweden has prepared

Millions to affected municipality after oil spill

Thousands of liters of oil spilled into Pukavik Bay in Blekinge when the passenger ferry Marco Polo ran aground last autumn. Now, Sölvesborg Municipality, which was severely affected by the spill, will receive 17 million kronor in compensation from the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB), reports [SVT News Blekinge.

Millions to affected municipality after oil spill

The Women's Voluntary Defence Organization - a lively centenarian on the march

On the centenary, the Swedish Women's Voluntary Defence Organization stands stronger than in a long time. Turbulent times have led more people to seek out the organization.

The Women's Voluntary Defence Organization - a lively centenarian on the march

Head of MSB Quits – Becomes Governor

The Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency's Director-General Charlotte Petri Gornitzka is leaving prematurely – and becomes Governor of Gotland. The Government is now seeking an MSB chief with a military background.

Head of MSB Quits – Becomes Governor

Heatwave anxiety among the elderly: "Terrible"

A warmer climate with a risk of more and longer heatwaves places demands on elderly care. It concerns a particularly vulnerable group.

Heatwave anxiety among the elderly: "Terrible"

Barbecue Safely This Summer – Check Your Regulator

The barbecue season is in full swing, but now the industry organisation Energigas Sweden is coming out and warning that pressure regulators are being sold that are not adapted for the LPG that is available for purchase in Sweden. .

Barbecue Safely This Summer – Check Your Regulator

They are needed in Sweden's defense – cannot take time off

It is described as decisive for Sweden's defense – but when they are supposed to be trained and exercised on the task, it can become a nightmare from the employer. .

They are needed in Sweden's defense – cannot take time off