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New Canadian study reveals September is the busiest month for moose and deer collisions

Sep 22, 2022 07:15AM ● By Editor

Researchers also looked at how patients were treated in hospital after colliding with the two animals, and found that drivers who collided with moose typically suffered more severe injuries. They attribute the severity of the injuries to the large size and high centre of gravity of the animal. By Adam Beauchemin from Cottage Life • September 20, 2022

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Weekly Conservation Officer Reports

Sep 20, 2022 11:20AM ● By Editor

CO Kylan Hill (Tofte) reported ATV riders were abundant, with numerous violations detected. One group was contacted on Friday by CO Mary Manning and enforcement action was taken. On Saturday, Hill contacted the same group of riders and all of them received additional citations for violations and one was even arrested for DUI. District 6 - Two Harbors Area - From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - September 20, 2022

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Unbelted is Unsafe and Unwise on the Road. Click It and Live.

Sep 18, 2022 06:56AM ● By Editor

Click It or Ticket Campaign Protects Drivers and Passengers Across Minnesota. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety • September 19, 2022

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Improving national disaster preparedness and resilience

Sep 17, 2022 09:17AM ● By Editor

As of July 2022, there have been nine weather or climate disaster events with losses exceeding $1 billion each — and hurricane season has yet to be accounted for. By Maria Henriquez from Security Magazine • September 16, 2022

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Safety tips during a flood - Turn Around, Don't Drown

Sep 15, 2022 09:41AM ● By Editor

During a flood, water levels and the rate the water is flowing can quickly change. Remain aware and monitor local radio and television outlets. Avoid flood waters at all costs and evacuate immediately when water starts to rise. Don't wait until it's too late! From the National Weather Service • September 15, 2022

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Weekly Conservation Officer Reports

Sep 13, 2022 03:52PM ● By Editor

CO Kylan Hill (Tofte) issued a cease and desist order to a landowner and a contractor after Hill found unpermitted work within a public water. District 6 - Two Harbors Area - From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources • September 13, 2022

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Five Safe Hiking Tips for Fall

Sep 08, 2022 11:26AM ● By Editor

Leaf peepers rejoice, fall is almost here. The days are cooler, the bugs fewer and the views are spectacularly framed by a multicolored canvas of forests. As beautiful as it is though, fall can be a dangerous and challenging season for hiking. By Dan Human from skyaboveus.com - September 8, 2022

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Caution always best when recreating in, near Lake Superior

Sep 06, 2022 11:02AM ● By Editor

Lake Superior has only been responsible for one drowning this year, but there have been increases in drowning incidents during the fall . It’s easy to forget the danger that Lake Superior poses. The big lake can lull visitiors and even full-time residents into a sense of security. From the Mining Journal Editorial Board • September 6, 2022

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California fires may lead to poor air quality for Minnesotans this week

Sep 05, 2022 09:01AM ● By Content Editor

Smoky haze from California fires is expected to drift over Minnesota this week - KSTP 5 News - September 4, 2022

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Minnesota State Patrol issues bus safety reminders as kids head back to school

Sep 03, 2022 08:55AM ● By Editor

Motorists should slow down and pay attention in anticipation of school bus zones and neighborhoods, especially before and after school hours. By Nick Beck from KEYC • September 2, 2022

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