When lake water levels are high, extensive damage can occur to the lake shoreline, docks, and other structures due to wakes created by boaters and winds. These conditions may also […]
Fueling Safety & Fire Prevention
Fueling your boat carelessly can result in major bodily harm for people and pets. It can also harm the environment and be expensive to clean up. The following information addresses […]
Electric Shock Drowning
Electric Shock Drowning (ESD) is caused by an electric current passing through the body while immersed in water; the shock causes skeletal muscular paralysis and eventually results in drowning. Preventing […]
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, tasteless gas produced when a carbon-based fuel is burned. CO exposure symptoms are often mistaken for seasickness or intoxication and include weakness, headaches, dizziness, […]
Preventing Boat Fires
Boat fires can result in injuries or deaths of people and their pets, and they can be financially costly. Boaters can help prevent fires and explosions by taking precautions. Learn […]
Ice Safety Reminders
As we gear up for another winter season and wait for the Lake to freeze, it is great time for all of us to review the review the following important […]
Staying Healthy on the Lake
Tips for Staying Healthy on the Lake Lake Minnetonka is a beautiful and safe place to enjoy time outdoors, but there are risks associated with the lake. The Minnesota Department […]