Advice for individuals

Download and order the brochure In case of crises or war. You can also listen to the brochure. 

Being prepared for a crisis means being able to manage on one’s own for at least a week. Good preparedness enables you to better manage difficult situations, regardless the situation.

Sweden's total defence protects and defends our country's peace and freedom – and the right to live as we choose.

Civil defence shelters, evacuation and warning systems all are part of the Swedish civil defence system.

In the event of a terrorist attack and other deadly violence in progress, you need to act quickly. Here is some guidance about what you can do. If someone is bleeding heavily, you also need to act quickly.

Here, you can read about how you, as an individual, can prepare for extreme weather events. We also provide guidance about how to recognise the risk of landslides, and how to prepare for floods.