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There has been a medium-sized building fire in Vantaa Hakunila, Heporinne 1, in the early hours of October 8th. The fire resulted in the loss of five lives.
The wellbeing services county of Vantaa and Kerava collaborates closely with other authorities to manage the situation. The wellbeing services county's Social and Crisis Center also cooperates with local schools and daycare centers.
The role of the Social and Crisis Center is to provide emergency accommodation for those in need and offer psychosocial support. Psychosocial support is particularly focused on working with the families and loved ones of the victims.
Events like these can evoke many emotions and thoughts, and it is important to discuss them with your loved ones.
"This can raise a lot of questions in children as well, and children need the support and presence of close adults in such situations. It is good to have open discussions with children, taking their age into consideration. Parents can create a safe atmosphere by maintaining daily routines," says Henna Niskanen, Head of the Social and Crisis Center.
If you are a resident of the area or connected to the victims, you can contact the wellbeing services county of Vantaa and Kerava's Social and Crisis Center at tel. +358 9 4191 5800. The Social and Crisis Center is available 24/7. Also, Hakunila Parish will keep its doors open for the residents of the area until 4 pm on Sunday, October 8th, and, if needed, longer.
Others can contact their local social and crisis centers or the Mieli ry's Crisis Helpline at tel. +358 9 2525 0116.
"I want to express my condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of the Hakunila fire. This shocking event has a broad impact on both the residents of the area and other stakeholders. The Social and Crisis Center is providing help to those in need," says Timo Aronkytö, Director of the the wellbeing services county of Vantaa and Kerava.