The Flood Centre

The Flood Centre, a joint service provided by the Finnish Meteorological Institute and the Finnish Environment Institute, forecasts floods and issues flood warnings.

Check the situation: water situation, snow situation, drought situation and sea level (Finnish Meteorological Institute)

The Flood Centre maintains year-round preparedness for floods and, especially during the summer season, for severe drought. It monitors the hydrological situation of rivers and lakes and sea levels. It also observes the groundwater and soil moisture situation, the accumulation and melting of snow, and heavy rains.

Based on the data it collects, the Flood Centre produces hydrological and flood maps, drought overviews, and issues hydrological situation bulletins and flood warnings.

The Flood Centre updates the situational picture and assesses forecasts and impacts in close cooperation with the Economic Development Centres and rescue services. When necessary, the local municipalities, hydropower companies, and other relevant actors are also involved.

The forecasts and impact assessments allow the authorities to prepare in time and take action to reduce flood damages. Citizens are also warned of imminent floods and informed about the current drought situation.