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Last Updated: Jan 14, 2021 05:48AM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Video: Tips to avoid getting lost during a Northland wilderness adventure

Jan 14, 2021 05:48AM ● By Editor

One way to avoid getting lost in the first place is to gear up. Pack a GPS, compass, at least two durable sources of flame, and hydration. Slatten also suggested saving your car as a waypoint on a GPS, and checking the direction of the compass before striking out. By Alicia Tipcke of WDIO-TV - January 13, 2020

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Resolve to drive safely in 2021

Jan 06, 2021 10:55AM ● By Editor

Preliminary numbers show 391 traffic deaths so far in 2020 – that’s 9 percent more than at this time in 2019. From the Minnesota Department of Public Safety - January 2, 2020

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Video: New tech could help MnDOT plows determine best way to clear snow

Dec 30, 2020 07:28AM ● By Editor

The new technology will be tested in the metro area next winter. It will be early 2023 before a decision on if they’ll go statewide is expected to be made. By Jennifer Mayerle of WCCO-TV - December 29, 2020

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Video: Tow truck operator asks drivers to be extra cautious after a fellow driver gets hit by a car

Dec 28, 2020 07:33AM ● By Editor

With more snow expected in the coming days, Grindeland says this is an important reminder to slow down and move over. By Hannah Flood of KMSP-TV Fox 9 News - December 27, 2020

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Which winter sports are safest to play during COVID-19?

Dec 16, 2020 05:14AM ● By Editor

From Minnesota Public Radio News - December 15, 2020

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Video: Safety Officials Alarmed Over Spike In Deadly Crashes On Minnesota Roads

Dec 06, 2020 02:29PM ● By Editor

The Department of Public Safety says their preliminary figures show 367 people have died on Minnesota roads this year so far. That’s compared with 338 this time last year and 364 fatalities in all of 2019. By Marielle Mohs of WCCO-TV - December 5, 2020 a

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What Communities are Doing to Reduce Wildlife Collisions on Roadways

Dec 01, 2020 07:20AM ● By Editor

There are over 300,000 reported WVCs with large animals a year, but according to estimates by the Federal Highway Administration (FHA), the actual number is much higher—likely somewhere between 1 and 2 million because drivers don't always report them. By Ally Hirschlag of The Weather Channel. Posted: December 1, 2020

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Video: Outdoor winter activities rise in popularity as experts expect another COVID-19 surge

Dec 01, 2020 06:25AM ● By Editor

Weary Minnesotans sick of staying indoors flock outside in record numbers. Lutsen's Director of Sales and Marketing Jim Vick says they are already making reservations into April and weekdays are more popular for skiing as more people work remotely. By Jennifer Hoff of KARE 11 News - November 30, 2020

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Extra DWI enforcement to be on Minnesota roads during the holidays

Nov 27, 2020 06:12AM ● By Editor

By Josh Skluzacek of KSTP-TV Eyewitness News - November 26, 2020

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How to Prep Your Car for Winter

Nov 23, 2020 08:18AM ● By Editor

The best way to mitigate what winter weather can do to your vehicle is to get ahead of it before that weather hits. By Ally Hirschlag from the Weather Channel - Posted: November 23, 2020

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