Hi! Thank you in a million for your guidelines. I have a question about emergency contact info for Kebnekaise. How is it usually done, and does it cost anything?
Hi and thank you for reaching out!
When hiking in Kebnekaise, it's crucial to be prepared for emergencies. The general emergency number in Sweden is 112, which you can call for any emergency, including medical and rescue services. For specific mountain safety advice, you can contact the Mountain Safety Council via email at fjallsaker@naturvardsverket.se. If you are near the Kebnekaise Mountain Station, you can reach them at +46 980 550 00 or kebnekaise@stfturist.se.
While calling emergency services is free, rescue operations, especially those involving helicopters, can incur significant costs. It's important to avoid using helicopter services unnecessarily, as there has been an increase in such cases recently. Always carry a reliable means of communication, such as a fully charged mobile phone and a power bank. Check which phone providers have a signal in the area, but be aware that a signal may not always be available. In such circumstances, it's important to get in contact with other hikers, which is more likely if you stick to the path and hike during normal waking hours. Inform someone of your itinerary and expected return time to ensure help can be dispatched efficiently if needed.
I will update the Kebnekaise page to include more information about emergency survival. Stay prepared and have fun hiking! 😀
