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Help Prevent Equipment-Caused Wildfires

Aug 05, 2023 06:12AM ● By Content Editor

Exhaust systems and motors can reach temperatures of more than 1,000 degrees during operation, and equipment can create sparks by hitting rocks or hard surfaces - MN DNR - August 4, 2023

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Lake Superior’s rip currents are dangerous for people swimming

Aug 05, 2023 06:09AM ● By Editor

When it comes to Lake Superior’s rip currents, safety protocols are in place with the red flags warning swimmers not to enter the waters - WDIO - August 5, 2023.

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Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke for Monday, July 31, through Tuesday, Aug. 1 for northern Minn

Jul 31, 2023 11:31AM ● By Editor

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has issued an air quality alert for northern Minnesota. The alert takes effect noon on Monday, July 31 and runs until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1. - MPCA - July 31, 2023.

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Search for kayaker at McQuade Safe Harbor

Jul 29, 2023 05:40AM ● By Editor

The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, St. Louis County Rescue Squad, US Coast Guard and Lakewood Fire Department responded to McQuade Safe Harbor for a report of a kayaker that the reporting party couldn't see anymore in the waves - St. Louis County Sheriff's Office - July 28, 2023.

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A meat allergy caused by tick spit is getting more common, CDC says

Jul 28, 2023 10:32AM ● By Content Editor

More than 100,000 people in the U.S. have become allergic to red meat since 2010 because of a weird syndrome triggered by tick bites - AP News - July 28, 2023

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Are you overheating? Know what to look for

Jul 25, 2023 09:17AM ● By Content Editor

There are three heat-related illnesses to be mindful of: Heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and the most severe, heat stroke - WDIO News - July 25, 2023

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Fire Suppression Tool demonstration held in hopes of getting more out to the public

Jul 23, 2023 05:20AM ● By Editor

Saturday, the Freemasons of Minnesota held a demonstration of a new type of Fire Suppression Tool (FST) at Lake Superior Colleges’ Emergency Response Training Center - WDIO - July 23, 2023.

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Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke for Saturday through Monday for central and northern Minn

Jul 22, 2023 08:15PM ● By Editor

Air quality is expected to reach the orange AQI category in central and northern Minn., which is unhealthy for sensitive groups - Minnesota Pollution Control Agency - July 22, 2023.

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How to prevent against Ticks and Lyme Disease

Jul 22, 2023 06:39AM ● By Content Editor

We have one of the highest concentrations of ticks and tick-borne disease in the U.S. because of our gorgeous wilderness area - WDIO News - July 22, 2023

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Minnesota DNR tips for having a fun and safe 4th of July

Jul 01, 2023 05:01AM ● By Editor

While people are preparing this weekend or on 4th of July, it’s important to stay safe and have fun. From WDIO - July 1, 2023.

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