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16.3.2026 | The automatic emergency call system eCall is installed in roughly one in eight Finnish passenger cars and vans. According to a study commissioned by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom, the eCall system prevented an estimated one road fatality between 2019 and 2023 in Finland. From the perspective of emergency response centres, the main problem is false eCall notifications, which account for around 80 per cent of all eCalls.

Provision of emergency services 13.2.2024 Controller Emergency Response Centre Agency Contact information Emergency Response Centre Agency Postal address: PO Box 112, FI-28131 Pori, Finland Street address: Satakunnankatu 3–5, 28100 Pori, Finland +...

1.4.2026 | In Finland, there are two ways to quickly warn people, for example about an imminent danger from the air: Emergency warning and alarm signal. The 112 Suomi mobile app is already one of the channels for communicating emergency warnings.

31.7.2025 | In recent weeks, there has been a significantly higher number of drownings and serious near-miss incidents at public beaches than usual. Recognizing the situation and calling for help quickly is critical when someone ends up in the water. A drowning person is rarely able to call for help, which highlights the importance of others in noticing the emergency.

15.4.2026 | You can now find instructions on what to do in the event of an air hazard in the 112 Suomi app. Emergency warnings will also be transmitted to the app based on the phone’s location data.

9.4.2026 | The strength of Finland’s 112 system lies in its ability to operate seamlessly across organisational boundaries. Daily cooperation, shared systems and long‑standing trust between authorities make this integrated model possible.

112 Suomi Mobile App Terms and Conditions 22.7.2022 End-user Licensing Agreement/permission to collect and process your data Before using the software, please read this End-user Licensing Agreement (“Licence”) carefully. By using the software, you...

Privacy Statement - 112 Suomi -application 28.8.2025 1. Name of data file 112 Suomi mobile application 2. Controller Hätäkeskuslaitos Satakunnankatu 3-5 PL 112 28131 Pori E-mail: [email protected] , phone 0295 480 112 (switchboard) 3. Contact pers...

The current multi-authority model in Finland is unique in the world. The Emergency Response Centre Agency carries out risk assessments based on the emergency calls and alerts the various authorities to the scene in emergencies from a single emergency number. Tasks from 112 are forwarded to rescue services, the police, emergency medical services, social services and the Finnish Border Guard.

In emergency situations involving animals, it is useful to remember that you should only call the 112 emergency number if there is a significant threat to public safety or if special equipment or expertise that can be provided by the authorities is required.

Personal data and GDPR The Emergency Response Centre Agency observes the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The GDPR is designed to increase the openness and transparency of personal data processing and to give data subjects more cont...

Handling emergency calls What is an emergency call? An emergency call can be made by calling the emergency number 112 or sending an emergency text message. In addition, the eCall emergency response service and fire and burglar alarm systems automa...

About us Administration We are the first official link in the emergency response chain and safety provision. Contact information Please note that an emergency notification can only be made by calling the emergency number 112. Request for visit Wit...

Emercengy number in Finland is 112. You can call the emergency number 112 free of charge from any phone with no need for an area code. You can also call 112 from a foreign mobile phone connection.

You can use the feedback form to provide feedback on services provided by the Emergency Response Centre Agency, such as an individual emergency call or the 112 Suomi app. You can use the complaint form to submit an administrative complaint about the services provided by the Emergency Response Centre Agency, such as an individual emergency call or the actions of administrative personnel.

FAQ - 112 Suomi -application Can a tourist visiting Finland use the application? Tourists visiting Finland can use the application by downloading it to their phone in the normal way. In this case, you must enter your phone number in international ...

Speech-disabled and hearing-impaired people may contact the emergency response centre by sending a text message to 112 in the event of an emergency. The message cannot contain images, video, emojis or symbols. Emergency text messages are SMS messages only.

Download the app on your phone free of charge from the app store (App Gallery, Google Play, App Store).

Emergency Response Centre Agency - Privacy statement 9.2.2024 Controller Emergency Response Centre Agency Contact information Emergency Response Centre Agency Postal address: PO Box 112, FI-28131 Pori, Finland Street address: Satakunnankatu 3–5, F...

10.3.2026 | There is only one emergency number in Finland, 112, where you will get help in emergencies. The emergency number can help you no matter which language you speak.