Lives Lost in Traffic Crashes in 2024 | |
Reported names through May 2024. This year: 199 deaths on Minnesota roads. Prevent tragedy. Drive smart.
Preliminary as of June 28.
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State Emergency Operations Center responds to support requests from flood-affected counties
Flooding has left parts of communities across the state underwater. The water continues to rise in some spots while cleanup has begun in other areas. That's why Gov. Tim Walz issued a peacetime emergency declaration and why we opened the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). The activation makes state agencies available as we continue to coordinate on-site support and assistance to affected local governments and determine the need for supplementary emergency assistance. Local first responders and volunteers are working tirelessly to protect their communities. However, when there are gaps in what local governments can provide during a declared emergency or disaster, counties can ask the state for assistance.
Learn more about the process and what's happening in the SEOC in this news release. The news release is also available in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, French, Ukrainian and Somali.
Traveling this summer? Don’t forget your safe driving choices
The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day have a dangerous reputation on the road. People are traveling to their favorite getaways, summer activities and vacation spots, which makes it even more important to do all you can to avoid a crash. While our Office of Traffic Safety will complete their report for the 2023 data stats, currently the numbers show the 100-day stretch accounted for 165 of the 411 traffic fatalities last year.
Learn more about how you can help us solve the traffic fatality problem in our
DPS blog.
Amateur radio operators serve vital role in their communities
For amateur radio operators, known as hams, radio communications isn't just a hobby: It's a way to serve their community.
Our Emergency Communications Network (ECN) division and its partners provide amateur radio operators with the foundation to support local emergency managers and jurisdictions when needed, providing back-up communication systems and spreading important messages to the community, among other vital services.
Learn more about ham radio operators in our
DPS blog.
Featured Video
A tow truck driver shares his message to drivers after being hit by a vehicle while on the side of the road.
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