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Two minutes may be all you have to escape a home fire — the nation’s most frequent disaster

Oct 07, 2022 08:24AM ● By Editor

Two minutes is the amount of time that fire experts say you may have to safely escape a home fire before it’s too late. From the American Red Cross • October 7, 2022

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Cook County, it's about to get cold. Tips for getting your house ready for the cold winter months

Oct 06, 2022 10:04AM ● By Content Editor

As temperatures drop this weekend, it's a good time to think about what you need to do to get your home ready for winter - KARE 11 News - October 6, 2022

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How to Conduct a Fire Drill at Work: A Step-by-Step Guide

Oct 05, 2022 01:59PM ● By Editor

October is Fire Prevention Month. This guide will help you and your business improve fire safety by outlining a process for how to conduct a fire drill at work. From AlertMedia • October 5, 2022

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Escape planning for older adults during Fire Prevention Month

Oct 04, 2022 08:50AM ● By Editor

At age 65, older adults are twice as likely to be killed or injured by fires compared to the population at large. By age 75, that risk increases to three times that of the general population — and to four times by age 85. From the National Fire Protection Association • October 3, 2022

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Nearly $3 Million for School Bus Stop Arm Cameras to Help with Safety

Oct 01, 2022 01:25PM ● By Editor

Minnesota Department of Public Safety Providing Third Round of Grants to Schools & Transportation Companies Statewide. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety • October 1, 2022

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10 Steps To Strengthen Your Financial Emergency Preparedness Now

Sep 30, 2022 08:40AM ● By Editor

While physical readiness is an important component, such as preparing a family emergency kit, knowing the location of shelters and approved evacuation routes, financial preparedness is just as critical. I share insight and perspective on financial advice and true wealth. By Ron Carson from Forbes • September 29, 2022

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US Forest Service issues bear notice for Gunflint Lakes, BWCAW, and other Cook County locations

Sep 28, 2022 08:41AM ● By Content Editor

US Forest Service issues bear notice for Gunflint Lakes, BWCAW, and other Cook County locations - US Forest Service: Superior National Forest - September 28, 2022

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Are you prepared to protect your pet in an emergency?

Sep 28, 2022 08:25AM ● By Editor

Having a disaster preparedness plan in place will not only help save the lives of our beloved animals, but also the lives of owners, volunteers and first responders. By Savannah Young from American Humane - September 27, 2022

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Ways people with disabilities can search for hunting, camping, and fishing opportunities in Minnesota

Sep 27, 2022 09:20AM ● By Content Editor

Outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities can find information about accessible hunting, fishing, camping, and more on the DNR website - MN DNR - Sept 27, 2022

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Protect your kids in the car: Use a car seat and keep them in the back seat

Sep 27, 2022 06:43AM ● By Editor

Our Office of Traffic Safety is urging all Minnesotans to keep kids safe in vehicles. The law may seem strict, but children pay with their lives if you don’t protect them with proper car seat use. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety • September 27, 2022

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