Climate
The number of blue-green algae observations in Finland’s inland waters and coastal areas has risen over the past week, though the situation remains calmer than usual for this time of year, according to the Licensing and Supervision Authority. Nationwide monitoring recorded 203 observations in inland waters, with significant
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A peatland fire covering approximately 250 square meters is burning in Oulu’s Sarvisuo district, prompting authorities to issue safety advisories for nearby residential areas. The North Ostrobothnia Rescue Department received an alert about the medium-sized wildfire at 1:55 PM on Thursday (Yle). Extinguishing and containment efforts are
Climate
Finland is set for a significant shift in weather this weekend, with heavy rainfall, localized thunderstorms, storm-force winds, and cooler temperatures replacing the recent warm and dry conditions. Meteorologists warn that much of the country could receive nearly a month’s worth of precipitation in just a few days,
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Finnish authorities have launched a large-scale operation to remove an estimated 100,000 litres of light fuel oil from the wreck of the battleship Ilmarinen, which sank during the Second World War near the island of Utö in the northern Baltic Sea. The Finnish Environment Institute (Syke), the Navy,
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A section of Turuntie (Road 256) in Somero collapsed on Sunday evening following intense rainfall, taking with it a nearly new pedestrian bridge. The incident, described as highly unusual by authorities, has disrupted traffic and will require weeks of repairs. The collapse occurred amid an orange rainfall warning, with over
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Metsähallitus has suspended fishing and the sale of fishing permits at five rapids across Finland due to dangerously high water temperatures. The closures, effective from Monday, affect Langinkoski in Kotka, Latokartano Rapids in Salo, Kotalan Rapids in Virrat, Konnuskoski in Leppävirta, and Karvionkoski in Heinävesi.
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A critically endangered Saimaa ringed seal pup drowned after becoming trapped in an illegal fish trap in the Long Pihlajavesi area of Lake Saimaa, near Savonlinna. The incident, reported by Metsähallitus on Monday, marks the ninth fishing gear-related death of a Saimaa ringed seal this year, part of an
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A critically endangered Saimaa ringed seal pup was found dead in illegal fishing gear in the Pitkä Pihlajavesi area near Muhosaari, north of Savonlinna, on Saturday. The pup, a healthy male born this spring, drowned after becoming entangled in a loose-throated katiska (fish trap), which is prohibited in the
Health
An exceptionally large bloom of blue-green algae has been observed at Laaksolahti beach in Espoo, prompting authorities to advise against swimming in the area. The City of Espoo reported on 12 July that the concentration of algae at the beach, located on the shore of Pitkäjärvi, was classified as
Climate
Finland’s wild berry season is underway, with forecasts indicating a particularly good yield for blueberries in the south and abundant lingonberries nationwide. However, cloudberry harvests are expected to vary significantly by region, according to the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke). Blueberry Yield Strongest in Southern Finland Luke reports that
Climate
Finland is enjoying summery conditions this week, though temperatures and weather patterns vary significantly across the country. After a record-breaking weekend, the mercury is set to rise again midweek, with potential heatwave conditions in parts of the south before a dramatic shift to heavy rainfall and cooler temperatures over
Climate
Severe downpours on Sunday evening brought traffic in Vantaa to a standstill, with multiple underpasses and roads flooding, leaving vehicles stranded and forcing drivers to find alternative routes. The worst-affected areas included Koivukylä, Korso, and Leinelä, where water levels rose rapidly, disrupting both private and public transport. The storm