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7-337 - River and Lake Operations – Rescue and Immediate Response

  • Summary: Outlines emergency response protocols for water-related incidents.
  • Effective Date: 06-24-1988
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Policy

The lock and dam offices are staffed 24 hours a day. Should an incident occur requiring an immediate response, the lock and dam offices and the Fire Department should be called immediately.

When an incident occurs that requires the use of boats, the Hennepin County Sheriff, the Department of Natural Resources, and the Minneapolis Fire Department may be able to provide emergency service. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office will also provide divers.

 

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7-336 - Repossessions
7-338 - Police Response to School Bus and School Bus Stop Incidents

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7-337 - River and Lake Operations – Rescue and Immediate Response 06-24-1988 download PDF

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