Safety Tips for Drivers Be alert for trick-or-treaters on Halloween. Slow down and continue to scan the road in areas where they are likely to be or where sight distances are limited. On Halloween there will likely be more pedestrians […]
There are around 1.5–2.1 million deer-vehicle collisions in the United States each year. Deer-vehicle collisions cause around 59,000 human injuries and 440 human deaths each year. Most fatalities are caused by drivers losing control of their vehicle while trying to […]
In a tranquil forest, the ground was blanketed with a tapestry of fallen leaves, their vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows creating a natural mosaic. A gentle breeze rustled the branches overhead, sending a flurry of leaves swirling through the air […]
Seat belts are the best defense against impaired, aggressive, and distracted drivers. Being buckled up during a crash helps keep you safe and secure inside your vehicle; being completely ejected from a vehicle is almost always deadly.
In 2022, 1,084 bicyclists were killed in motor vehicle crashes in the United States, which is the highest number ever recorded.
The Minnesota Driving While Impaired (DWI) Dashboard contains information about crashes and arrests related to impaired driving. The data is used to identify patterns in impaired driving behavior, assist public safety entities in making decisions about resource allocation for DWI […]
Car Seat Program Mille Lacs County has three Child Passenger Safety Techs who can provide car seat education and distribute car seats, when available, for children birth to age 8 years old. Call 320-983-8208 and ask to speak to someone […]
Speeding increases the likelihood of collisions with other vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Common accidents related to speeding include head-on collisions, rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, and accidents involving pedestrians or bicyclists.
In 2022, an average of more than 33 people per day die due to speeding. Speeding was a factor in 29% of all traffic fatalities, resulting in 12,151 deaths.