Uusimaa drone alert lifted after potential threat passes

The Finnish Rescue Services Agency has declared an all-clear in the Uusimaa region after reports of a possible uncrewed aircraft no longer posed a threat, public broadcaster Yle reports.

Earlier on Tuesday, authorities had warned of a suspected drone moving through the area and advised residents to stay indoors as a precaution. The alert was lifted at 7:11 AM local time, according to the agency under the Interior Ministry.

No further details about the nature of the drone or its origin were provided in the brief statement.