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Great Lakes drownings high in number, but often preventable, safety group says

Jul 16, 2019 ● By Editor

There have been 33 drownings so far this year within the five major Great Lakes. By Dave Battagello from The Windsor Star - July 16, 2019

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Freighter crew rescues jet skier near Isle Royale in heavy fog

Jul 14, 2019 ● By Editor

The man reportedly got lost in fog on Lake Superior. His jet ski then ran out of gas. By Tanda Gmiter of mlive.com - July 14, 2019

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Coast Guard warns about rip currents and cold temperatures in Lake Superior

Jul 13, 2019 ● By Editor

By Dan Callahan of ABC 10 News - July 13, 2019

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‘Death by GPS’: Officials warn against trusting tech in the wilderness

Jul 06, 2019 ● By Editor

Without a paper map, people can quickly get into danger. By Ladd Egan of KSL.com - Posted July 6, 2019

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Video: St. Louis County Sheriff's Office Offers Advice on Water Safety

Jul 04, 2019 ● By Editor

With a holiday weekend and warm temperatures ahead, more and more people will be out on the water. The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office is reminding people to be alert and cautious when out in the water. By Alejandra Palacios of WDIO-TV - July 4, 2019

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State Police encourages Emergency Preparedness when traveling for the Fourth of July Holiday

Jul 03, 2019 ● By Editor

The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division is encouraging motorists to place an emergency preparedness kit in their vehicles.. By Madeline Ciak of Fox 66 - July 3, 2019

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Intoxicated boaters are target of increased patrols during holiday week

Jul 02, 2019 ● By Editor

Law enforcement working to keep waterways safe as part of Operation Dry Water. Media Release from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - July 2, 2019

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Monitoring the Bacterial Safety of Lake Superior Beaches

Jun 29, 2019 ● By Editor

The Minnesota Department of Health monitors 39 beaches on Park Point and up the North Shore for harmful bacteria in the water such as E. coli. By Katharine Huntley of WDIO-TV. Posted: June 27, 2019

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Cook County Sheriff Eliasen warns of human trafficking

Jun 29, 2019 ● By Editor

The Sheriff shares important tips on what you should be on the watch for. By Sheriff Pat Eliasen from the Cook County Sheriff's Office and Public Safety Facebook page - June 28, 2019

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Kayaking the Safe Way with Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply

Jun 24, 2019 ● By Editor

Kris Barber from Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply sat down with Boreal Community Media and shared information on their local water tours. From Boreal Community Media - June 24, 2019

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