Maritime Rescue Emergency Number Out of Service Across Finland
The dedicated maritime rescue emergency number, 0294 1000, is currently non-operational, authorities confirm. The disruption is under investigation, with no immediate timeline for restoration provided.
In the event of an emergency at sea, the public is advised to use alternative contact methods. Yle reports that individuals should call the general emergency number 112 or establish contact with the Maritime Rescue Centre via VHF channel 16. This guidance is echoed by multiple sources, including Helsingin Sanomat and MTV Uutiset.
The issue was first reported by the Western Finland Coast Guard, which announced the fault on its X (formerly Twitter) account (Ilta-Sanomat). A hazard notification has since been disseminated through the 112 Suomi mobile application, ensuring widespread awareness among users (Ilta-Sanomat, MTV Uutiset). Iltalehti also confirms that the notification has been received by users of the app.
The Emergency Response Centre Agency has acknowledged the fault and is leading the investigation (Helsingin Sanomat). While the exact cause of the disruption remains unclear, authorities have not indicated any immediate risks to maritime safety. The public is urged to rely on the recommended alternatives until the issue is resolved.
