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Monitoring the Bacterial Safety of Lake Superior Beaches

Jun 29, 2019 12:00PM ● By Editor

The Minnesota Department of Health monitors 39 beaches on Park Point and up the North Shore for harmful bacteria in the water such as E. coli. By Katharine Huntley of WDIO-TV. Posted: June 27, 2019

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Cook County Sheriff Eliasen warns of human trafficking

Jun 29, 2019 11:47AM ● By Editor

The Sheriff shares important tips on what you should be on the watch for. By Sheriff Pat Eliasen from the Cook County Sheriff's Office and Public Safety Facebook page - June 28, 2019

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Kayaking the Safe Way with Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply

Jun 24, 2019 07:25AM ● By Editor

Kris Barber from Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply sat down with Boreal Community Media and shared information on their local water tours. From Boreal Community Media - June 24, 2019

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Local leaders discuss disaster response and preparedness

Jun 18, 2019 06:57AM ● By Editor

Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation hosts gathering on importance of community and philanthropy in emergency response. By Andee Erickson from the Pine Journal - June 17, 2019

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Always keep safety first when out on Lake Superior

Jun 14, 2019 10:21AM ● By Editor

Lake Superior is there to be admired, enjoyed — and respected. Editorial from The Mining Journal - June 14, 2019

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Minnesota Fire Deaths Second-Lowest On Record in 2018

Jun 11, 2019 03:56PM ● By Editor

There were no working fire alarms in 30% of the homes where fire death occurred and people aged 50 or older accounted for 60% of fire deaths. Media Release from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety - June 12, 2019

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Video: CDC: Tick, Mosquito-Borne Illnesses On The Rise

Jun 11, 2019 06:45AM ● By Editor

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that the number of cases involving those pests has more than tripled since 2004. By John Lauritsen of WCCO-TV - June 11, 2019

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Prescribed Fire Decreases Wildfire Risk, Improves Habitat and Enhances Forest Health Across Superior National Forest

Jun 07, 2019 09:27PM ● By Editor

Contact: Kristina Reichenbach, (218) 626-4393, [email protected]

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Deputy Boat School Furthers Boat and Water Safety Across State

Jun 04, 2019 02:46PM ● By Editor

Cook County Sheriff's Office Deputies Andrew Hayes and Jamie Green recently attended Deputy Boat School led by the Minnesta DNR at Camp Ripley, a great opportunity for law enforcement agencies to partner with the DNR to further efforts in boat and water safety. Media Release from Cook County MN - June 4, 2019

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Hovland Volunteer Fire Department takes delivery of new rescue equipment.

Jun 01, 2019 09:52AM ● By Editor

Purchased for backcountry rescues, the Traverse Rescue stretcher breaks down and fits into its own backpack. Media Release from the Hovland Volunteer Fire Department - June 1, 2019

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