News from NDSC!

Prevent Hot Car Deaths and Heatstroke
Announcements, NDSC NewsThe temperatures are climbing throughout North Dakota. When it’s hot outside, it’s even hotter inside a car. In just 10 minutes, the heat inside a car can become deadly.

You don’t need a campfire for nighttime fun
Announcements, NDSC NewsAs families head to the lake, the backyard or the badlands this summer, a campfire may be tempting, but it isn’t worth the risk. North Dakota’s drought continues, and fire danger remains high. While campers may miss those traditional fire blackened, ash-flavored marshmallows, campers can find lots of fun without the fire.

Organizational Changes and New Hires for NDSC
Announcements, NDSC NewsLongtime Assistant Executive Director, Lynae Hanson, retired in April from the North Dakota Safety Council. After the announcement of her retirement, we hired two new positions and promoted a few staff members.
National Safety Council News
- Survey finds many people prioritize their cellphone over their safety
- The majority of kids’ calories come from ultraprocessed foods, data shows
- For these roadway users, roundabout exits are extra dangerous
- Use of 7-OH linked to serious illnesses, poison centers warn
- Study finds many kids ride unbuckled or in the wrong car seat – with deadly consequences
- Nicotine pouches a serious poisoning risk for young kids, study finds
- Study asks: How big a distraction are cellphones for teen drivers?
- NSC: Data showing fewer roadway deaths is ‘tremendous progress’
- Dog walkers: Ditch these practices to avoid hand and wrist injuries
- NSC urges ‘extra caution’ for Labor Day weekend travel
- U.S. pedestrian deaths top 7,000 once again, data shows
- Hobbies have hazards
- A positive outlook
- Get ready for allergy season
- What’s considered ‘high’ blood pressure?

