African swine fever cases in Finland
The first finding of the virus causing African swine fever (ASF) was made in Finland on 30 July 2026. The genome of the virus was detected by PCR testing in wild boars found dead and delivered to the Finnish Food Authority. The dead boars had been sent for examination from Virolahti. The result will be verified in the EU’s reference laboratory for ASF.
To prevent the disease from spreading, an infection zone has been established in the area, with restrictions in force.
This page will be updated as more information becomes available.
Map of the infection zone:
