Are you ready for severe weather? Mdewakanton Public Safety encourages you to observe Severe Weather Awareness Week, April 7-11, in an effort to refresh, remind, and educate everyone about the seasonal threats of severe weather and how to avoid them. Held in collaboration with the National Weather Service and the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, […]
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Practice Poison Prevention Safety
Did you know more than 90% of poison exposures occur in the home? In observance of National Poison Prevention Week, held March 16-22, make your family’s health a top priority all year long by practicing these home safety tips. POISON PREVENTION HOME SAFETY TIPS*Keep cleaning products, medication, alcohol, and other potentially poisonous products out of […]
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It’s Halloween season, which means pumpkins, candy, costumes, and, of course, trick-or-treating. As the sun progressively goes down sooner each day, make sure to prioritize safety when walking, biking, and playing outside. Here are a few tips to make this year’s Halloween night a safe and enjoyable experience. • Try and move your trick-or-treating earlier […]
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Mdewakanton Public Safety and fire departments across the country will recognize Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, with a theme of “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You.” Smoke alarms are an important part of a home fire escape plan. When there is a fire, smoke spreads fast. Working smoke alarms give you early warning, so […]
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