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Avalanche Risk High in Swedish Mountains: Stay Clear of Steep Slopes

After a period with plus degrees, the snow in the Swedish mountains is unusually wet and unreliable. The avalanche risk is significant and I advise everyone to keep a safe distance from steep slopes, says Stefan Mårtensson at the Environmental Protection Agency's avalanche forecasts website.
Avalanche Risk High in Swedish Mountains: Stay Clear of Steep Slopes

Severe Weather in Italy Claims Three Lives, Triggers State of Emergency

Three people have died in severe rainy weather in northern Italy. In the Alps, more than a meter of snow has fallen in some areas.
Severe Weather in Italy Claims Three Lives, Triggers State of Emergency

Swedish Authorities See 18% Rise in CO2 Emissions from Travel in 2024

Swedish authorities' emissions of carbon dioxide from travel and transportation increased by 18 percent in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to a report from the Environmental Protection Agency. .
Swedish Authorities See 18% Rise in CO2 Emissions from Travel in 2024

Sweden is failing to meet climate targets

Sweden appears to be missing the set climate targets up to 2045. The government admits that more measures are required to even approach the goals of reduced emissions.
Sweden is failing to meet climate targets

Sweden Restores Over 35 Square Kilometers of Wetlands in 2024

In 2024, over 31 square kilometers of wetland were restored, according to the Environmental Protection Agency's compilation. Above all, the work has been done in protected areas.
Sweden Restores Over 35 Square Kilometers of Wetlands in 2024

Sweden's National Parks Struggle with Maintenance and Accessibility

Falling trees, bridges that are rotting and overflowing trash cans. This is the reality in several of the country's national parks and nature reserves.
Sweden's National Parks Struggle with Maintenance and Accessibility

Hazardous Avalanche Conditions in Kebnekaise and Abisko-Riksgränsen

Despite calmer weather, the avalanche situation is classified as hazardous in the Kebnekaise Mountains and in the Abisko- and Riksgräns Mountains, according to the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency's website [Avalanche Forecasts](https://lavinprognoser. se/).
Hazardous Avalanche Conditions in Kebnekaise and Abisko-Riksgränsen

Missing Skiers Found After Avalanche Near Abisko National Park

The two people who were missing after the avalanche accident near Abisko national park were found during the afternoon. The extent of the injuries is still unclear at 20:00 on Thursday evening.
Missing Skiers Found After Avalanche Near Abisko National Park

Dangerous Avalanche Situation in Several Mountain Areas

Postpone the mountain trip if you're not mountain-experienced, advises SMHI, which has issued yellow warnings for wind and snow on the mountain plateau. In several areas, warnings are also issued for hazardous conditions and a significant risk of avalanches.
Dangerous Avalanche Situation in Several Mountain Areas

Expensive and complicated with a reduced wolf population

The Government wants to cull nearly half of all wolves in Sweden – but without the wolf risking extinction. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, it is possible, but both expensive and complicated.
Expensive and complicated with a reduced wolf population

Concern over significantly reduced wolf stock

From 300 wolves to 170 – the government wants to give the green light for a reduced population in Sweden shortly. Now, the Environmental Protection Agency will report on how to do it without jeopardizing the wolf's conservation status.
Concern over significantly reduced wolf stock

Concern when USA stops sharing data on pollution

For several years, American embassies have collected and shared data on air quality. For many countries, it has been the only source of reliable information on air pollution.
Concern when USA stops sharing data on pollution

High risk of avalanches in Swedish mountains

Postpone Saturday's mountain hike if you're not properly experienced, warns SMHI, which has issued a yellow warning about wind in combination with snowfall on the bare mountain. Currently, there is also a significant risk of avalanches in the mountain world.
High risk of avalanches in Swedish mountains

Avalanche Alert: Significant Danger in Swedish Mountains This Week

The avalanche danger is significant in the Swedish mountain world. It is strong winds in combination with heavy snowfall that have created hazardous conditions.
Avalanche Alert: Significant Danger in Swedish Mountains This Week

After the adopted rescue plan – this is what happens now

The world's countries managed to unite at the UN meeting on biological diversity. But several questions remain – crucial is that all countries must report how they will proceed in the fight to save animals and nature.
After the adopted rescue plan – this is what happens now

Over 80 lynxes to be shot – the hunt begins now

Today, the licensed hunting of protected lynx begins around the country. The EU should stop the hunt, believes the Nature Conservation Association.
Over 80 lynxes to be shot – the hunt begins now

Money Allocated to Restore Wetlands

The Environmental Protection Agency has allocated 142 million kronor to the country's county administrative boards, according to a press release. The money is to be used for the work of strengthening and restoring Sweden's wetlands, focusing on peatlands.
Money Allocated to Restore Wetlands

The Garden's Dangerous Free Passengers

That animals can bring with them dangerous infections from other countries is known to most. But plants, we have poorer control over.
The Garden's Dangerous Free Passengers

Sharp criticism of forest proposal: "Under all criticism"

The verdict on the Environmental Goals Committee is harsh – a failure and a disappointment, environmental organizations believe. Even the opposition is critical.
Sharp criticism of forest proposal: "Under all criticism"

Controversial forest proposals are ready – do not meet the targets

The Environmental Objectives Committee's proposal is not enough for Sweden to reach the climate goals for the forest. Reality has shown that more measures are required, it is completely obvious, says the committee's chairman Lars Tysklind (The Liberals).
Controversial forest proposals are ready – do not meet the targets

The Centre Party does not want to ban AR-15

The Centre Party does not want to ban the controversial rifle AR-15, writes SvD. .
The Centre Party does not want to ban AR-15

Beavers saved millions for taxpayers

Seven years of negotiations have delayed the construction of a dam against the Klabava River southwest of Prague. Now the plans can be scrapped, as beavers in the Czech river have already taken care of it.
Beavers saved millions for taxpayers

The Garden's Dangerous Free Passengers

That animals can bring with them dangerous infections from other countries is known to most. But plants, we have poorer control over.
The Garden's Dangerous Free Passengers

After the school shooting – the government tightens gun laws

The Government and the Sweden Democrats want to ban hunters from having semi-automatic weapons of military type, such as AR-15. The suitability testing of individuals who want to have a gun license will also be tightened.
After the school shooting – the government tightens gun laws
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