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Video: Local car and hardware shops give advice on snow preparations

Oct 21, 2020 05:40AM ● By Editor

Lofald said getting tires and batteries checked and replaced if necessary, is crucial to get done now. By Alejandra Palacios of WDIO-TV - October 20, 2020

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Video: CO v. COVID: Why carbon monoxide detectors are a must this winter

Oct 21, 2020 05:05AM ● By Editor

Heating-related fires are the third most common cause of fire in Minnesota, behind cooking and open flames. By Baihly Warfield of WDIO-TV - October 20, 2020

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Early Ice and Freezing Temperatures: Superior National Forest Urges Visitors to Plan Ahead

Oct 20, 2020 03:10PM ● By Editor

To prevent unnecessary search and rescue, the Superior National Forest reminds visitors to plan ahead and be prepared for a wide variety of conditions like ice, snow, and hail. From Superior National Forest - October 20, 2020

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New law creates 988 hotline for mental health emergencies

Oct 20, 2020 05:23AM ● By Editor

The Federal Communications Commission had already picked 988 as the number for this hotline and aims to have it up and running by July 2022. The new law paves the way to make that a reality. By Rhitu Chatterjee from National Public Radio News - October 19, 2020

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Is Your Home At Risk Of Wildfire In A Changing Climate? 6 Questions To Ask

Oct 19, 2020 07:27AM ● By Editor

By Lauren Sommer of NPR News - October 18, 2020

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Video: Mayo Clinic recommends against trick-or-treating due to pandemic

Oct 17, 2020 07:01AM ● By Editor

By Leah Beno and FOX 9 Staff - October 16, 2020

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Video: U of M app helping first responders across US manage compassion fatigue

Oct 15, 2020 06:04AM ● By Editor

From KSTP-TV - October 14, 2020

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harbor, an app that makes emergency readiness easy

Oct 10, 2020 09:01AM ● By Editor

Now available in the Apple App Store, the new app puts the tools to prepare for the unexpected in the palm of your hand. From harbor - October 9, 2020

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Wildfire risk increases across Minnesota

Oct 08, 2020 01:11PM ● By Editor

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources urges homeowners, woodland owners, farmers and outdoor recreationists to monitor statewide fire danger and current burning restrictions, which can fluctuate quickly this time of year. From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - October 8, 2020

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Video: While staying home, heed Fire Prevention Week tips

Oct 08, 2020 04:20AM ● By Editor

One of the easiest ways to protect yourself and your loved ones is by checking smoke detectors. Every six months, you should make sure the batteries are working. And every 10 years, your smoke detectors should be replaced.

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