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LatviaPublished: 19 June 2026 at 07:20

Midsummer Holidays: Changes in Public Transport and Store Hours; Medical and Emergency Services on High Alert

During the Midsummer holidays, Riga will have adjusted public transport schedules to ensure safe travel home. Stores will also change their opening hours, while medics, firefighters, and food safety inspectors will be on heightened alert.

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As the Midsummer holidays approach, various services are mobilizing to ensure public safety and convenience. In Riga, public transport schedules will be modified to allow people to return home safely after celebrations. Additionally, store opening hours will be adjusted, so residents are advised to plan their shopping in advance.

Medical personnel, firefighters, and food safety supervisors will work in an intensified mode to respond quickly to potential incidents and ensure food safety during the holiday period. Citizens are urged to act responsibly and, if needed, seek medical assistance at designated healthcare facilities.

To avoid inconvenience, revellers are encouraged to check store hours and public transport timetables ahead of time. In case of emergencies, call 113.

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