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Winter Storm Timing

Nov 26, 2019 ● By Editor

From the National Weather Service - November 26, 2019

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THANKSGIVING TRAVEL ALERT: Dangerous conditions for those headed south

Nov 25, 2019 ● By Editor

From the National Weather Service - Chanhassen MN - November 25, 2019

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Man dies after breaking through ice on northern Minnesota river

Nov 24, 2019 ● By Editor

The victim was identified as a 34-year-old man from Scanlon; his name has not been released. Authorities said they're still investigating why the man was on the river ice. From staff reports from Minnesota Public Radio News - November 24, 2019

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Video: Kick some ice! MnDOT attacks winter with new weapon

Nov 14, 2019 ● By Editor

The devices, called ice-breakers, are two-ton rollers bristling with carbide-tipped spikes. When mounted on the front of snowplows, the whirling spikes stab into sheets of ice, breaking them up to be plowed away. By Bob Shaw from twincities.com - November 13, 2019

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Video: Cold Weather Tips to Keep Your Furry Friend Safe

Nov 13, 2019 ● By Editor

Animals react differently to cold weather, for some medical conditions like arthritis may worsen. It's important to monitor pets when outside, perhaps shortening walks when temperatures drop below freezing. By Alicia Tipcke of WDIO_TV - November 12, 2019

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Learn the meaning of Winter Weather Terms

Nov 04, 2019 ● By Editor

Do you know the winter hazard terms? New this year is the Snow Squall Warning. While these conditions will be very rare in the Northland, they can be issued for intense, short-lived bursts of heavy snowfall that lead to a quick reduction in visibilities. From the National Weather Service - Duluth - Posted: November 4, 2019

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COUNTY CONNECTIONS: Emergency management in Cook County

Nov 01, 2019 ● By Editor

As the emergency management director, my role is to protect lives, property and environment from natural and/or man-made disasters through preparation, mitigation, response and recovery. By Mike Keyport, Cook County Emergency Management Director - November 1, 2019

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Smart safety choices may have saved duck hunters’ lives

Oct 24, 2019 ● By Editor

It was a decision they’d already made that morning – to wear their life jackets – that may have saved their lives. From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - October 24, 2019

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Get your flu shot now, doctors advise, especially if you're pregnant

Oct 21, 2019 ● By Editor

Make no mistake: Complications from the flu are scary. By Patti Neighmond of Minnesota Public Radio News - October 21, 2019

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Video: Firefighters Come First at MN State Chief's Association Conference

Oct 20, 2019 ● By Editor

Given the high death and suicide rates of fire fighters, some believe additional funding for these programs is necessary. By Emily Ness of WDIO-TV - October 20, 2019

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