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How to Revise Your Emergency Plan Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

Devastating floods in Michigan, wildfires in the Florida panhandle, and a turbulent tornado season in the Midwest, and summer 2020 is off to a rough start. By Mary H.J. Farrell from Consumer Reports - June 1, 2020

Wear a life jacket and know cold water safety facts

From the National Weather Service - May 6, 2020

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Featured Articles

Above-average forest fire risk for northwestern Ontario, says federal scientist

Weather modeling by Canadian Forest Service scientists suggests hot, dry summer will follow cool, dry spring. By Cathy Alex · CBC News · Thunder Bay - May 26, 2020 Read More »

Video: Poll shows 3/4 of Minnesotans wear a mask when leaving home

Statewide, restaurant workers are required when facing customers, and customers at salons and other personal service businesses must wear them too. By Lou Raguse of KARE 11 - May 25, 2020 Read More »

From camping to dining out: Here's how experts rate the risks of 14 summer activities

By Allison Aubrey, Laurel Wamsley and Carmel Wroth of National Public Radio News - May 23, 2020 Read More »

Cook County Board Revised Travel Advisory

At today's meeting for Discussion and Action Related to COVID-19 Pandemic Response, the Cook County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to issue a revised travel advisory for those planning to visit Cook County. From Cook County MN - May 19, 2020 Read More »

DNR to phase reopening of its campgrounds in June

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced that public and private campgrounds may reopen beginning June 1, if they create a Preparedness Plan and follow State of Minnesota campground guidelines. From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - May 22, 2020 Read More »

Fire Danger on National Forests in Minnesota

With fire danger increasing throughout Northern Minnesota, campers and day use visitors in the National Forests should be extra vigilant when building and extinguishing campfires. From the Superior and Chippewa National Forests - May 20, 2020 Read More »

Video: Medical Expert gives take on loosened restrictions in Minnesota

From KSTP-TV - May 13, 2020 Read More »

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Severe Weather

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Trails & Roads

How to find public land to explore close to home?

Who To Call?

If you need help, here is where you can call to chat with an expert.

Injuries

Reduce Your Risk of Another Heart Attack or Stroke

Public Safety

Food safety on-line lunch and learn sessions scheduled

Campfires & Wildfires

Fire danger will increase despite cool weather

Lake Superior & Inland Waters

Great Lakes Surf Project seeks to flatten the curve of drownings

Announcements

Latest on COVID-19 in MN: 1,072 deaths; hospitalizations dip

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