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Minnesota DNR Provides Ice Safety and Preparation Tips for the Winter

Dec 09, 2022 10:50AM ● By Content Editor

As the cold weather settles in, lakes are beginning to freeze, generating excitement about various winter activities - Fox 21 News - December 8, 2022

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Cook County Connections: Holiday Safety Tips

Dec 09, 2022 10:32AM ● By Content Editor

Cook County Connections: Holiday Safety Tips - Cook County, Minnesota - December 9, 2022

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Don't let the fun of online shopping turn into a nightmare

Dec 08, 2022 10:18AM ● By Editor

Protect yourself from scams this holiday season. Our Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is working with the federal government to share information to help you to protect yourself. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety ¶ December 7, 2022

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Recognizing Holiday Hazards: 5 seasonal safety tips for pet owners

Dec 05, 2022 08:29AM ● By Editor

Holiday foods and decorations can pose health risks for pets and the hustle and bustle may be overwhelming. To help keep your pet safe amid the jolly chaos, consider these potential hazards. From Boreal Community Media • December 5, 2022

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Legislation to protect Emergency Responders passes the U.S. House

Dec 05, 2022 08:25AM ● By Editor

The Protecting Firefighters from Adverse Substances (PFAS) Act would direct DHS – in consultation with the EPA, the U.S. Fire Administration, and the NIOSH – to develop educational resources to help protect firefighters, emergency response personnel, and the communities they serve from PFAS exposure. From Homeland Security Today • December 3, 2022

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Thanks to the 'tripledemic,' it can be hard to find kids' fever-reducing medicines

Dec 04, 2022 05:04AM ● By Editor

If you stroll the cold and flu medicine aisle these days, you might notice shelves that are bare, or nearly so. Some medicines that can be particularly hard to find are fever reducers for kids, like children's Tylenol, Motrin or Advil. From NPR News - December 3, 2022.

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Retiring emergency management director reminds Minnesotans 'to help each other when bad things happen'

Dec 01, 2022 10:53AM ● By Editor

Kelly, who has served as our Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) director since January 2015, is retiring this month after more than 30 years of public service in the U.S. Army, Minnesota National Guard and HSEM. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety • December 1, 2022

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‘Tis the Season to Decorate Safely

Nov 27, 2022 09:26AM ● By Editor

Candles are very popular, especially around the holidays. But candles also increase the risk of fire. Their popularity leads to nearly three times as many candle fires on Christmas Day, according to the National Fire Protection Association. From the American Red Cross • November 27, 2022

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Thin Ice? Think Twice.

Nov 26, 2022 07:19AM ● By Editor

From the National Weather Service - Duluth MN and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources • November 26, 2022

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Winter Weather 101: 5 Things To Know To Be Prepared For The Season

Nov 25, 2022 10:06AM ● By Editor

Forecasting winter weather can be tricky and can cause dangerous, quickly changing conditions, so it's important to understand the nuances in all things winter so you will be able to prepare for the worst. By Linda Lam from The Weather Channel • November 25, 2022

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