Kallinge

Kallinge PFAS victims denied compensation again as state rejects claim

PFAS victims in Kallinge are being denied - for the second time - compensation from the Armed Forces, the Chancellor of Justice (JK), which represents the state in the case, announced. But the fight is "by no means over," according to the PFAS Association.

Soldier practicing pistol draw at F17 squadron in Kallinge fired a stray shot

A soldier at the F17 squadron in Kallinge was practicing to improve his pistol draw. A report has now been filed about a reckless shot fired through a window.

Missing Elderly Man in Blekinge Found Alive After Search

The man in his 80s who had been missing in Blekinge has been found alive. He was then awake and able to speak but exhausted, according to the police.

Search Intensifies for Missing Elderly Man in Karlskrona

The search effort for the man in his 80s who is missing in Karlskrona municipality continues during the night towards Thursday. The problem is that the search area is over four miles large.

Residents Face Costs for PFAS Water Purification in Sweden

In several municipalities, the drinking water still contains high levels of PFAS chemicals. Despite the polluter according to law should pay for the purification, the costs can instead be borne by the residents.

PFAS Victims in Kallinge Challenge Compensation Denial

Study Reveals PFAS Contamination in Sweden Began Earlier Than Thought

The problem with PFAS-contaminated drinking water in the Blekinge locality of Kallinge started earlier than previously thought, shows a new study from Lund University.

Eight-year-old youngest to receive PFAS compensation

An eight-year-old girl, who did not herself drink the PFAS-contaminated tap water in Blekinge, has been declared entitled to damages by a court, reports SVT News Blekinge.