Campfires & Wildfires

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Report: Minnesota air quality good — but not for everyone

Jan 11, 2021 07:35AM ● By Editor

Minnesota has seen more poor air quality days due to smoke from wildfires in other states — a problem likely to worsen with climate change, and become more difficult to predict, said Kari Palmer, MPCA’s air assessment manager. By Kirsti Marohn of Minnesota Public Radio News - January 11, 2021

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Fire and Heat in Your Home: Dos and Don'ts

Jan 07, 2021 07:28AM ● By Editor

By Ally Hirschlag of The Weather Channel - January 6, 2020

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Video: New Year's renovations that make homes safer

Dec 27, 2020 04:35AM ● By Editor

Duluth Fire Department Deputy Fire Marshal Jon Otis recommends people who are renovating consider installing sprinklers. By Emily Ness of WDIO-TV - December 27, 2020

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Video: Minnesota State Fire Marshal weighs in on fire safety for the holiday season

Dec 17, 2020 08:36PM ● By Editor

By Alejandra Palacios of WDIO-TV - December 17, 2020

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Video: Winter camping tips to escape Covid cabin fever

Dec 17, 2020 03:52AM ● By Editor

While winter camping it's important to stay dry, regulate your body temperature through layers, and know the signs and symptoms of hypothermia and frostbite. By Alicia Tipcke of WDIO-TV - December 16, 2020

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Video: CO v. COVID: Why carbon monoxide detectors are a must this winter

Oct 21, 2020 05:05AM ● By Editor

Heating-related fires are the third most common cause of fire in Minnesota, behind cooking and open flames. By Baihly Warfield of WDIO-TV - October 20, 2020

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Is Your Home At Risk Of Wildfire In A Changing Climate? 6 Questions To Ask

Oct 19, 2020 07:27AM ● By Editor

By Lauren Sommer of NPR News - October 18, 2020

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Wildfire risk increases across Minnesota

Oct 08, 2020 01:11PM ● By Editor

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources urges homeowners, woodland owners, farmers and outdoor recreationists to monitor statewide fire danger and current burning restrictions, which can fluctuate quickly this time of year. From the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - October 8, 2020

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