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Cheboygan Sheriff encourages snowmobile safety
Posted: 12.22.2010 at 11:41 AM
Kate Fox

Kate Fox is a Multi-Media Journalist for 7 & 4 News. You can see her work on 7 & 4 News at 5 and 6.

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CHEBOYGAN COUNTY -- Due to a recent slue of Cheboygan County snowmobile accidents Sheriff Dale V. Clarmont from the Cheboygan County Sheriff Department is advising snowmobilers to be extra careful.

This is after accidents including an incident of breaking through the ice on an Inland Lake and a fatal crash both that occurred in Cheboygan County.

Sheriff Clarmont is encouraging snowmobilers to follow the following safety tips:

  1. Always keep your machine in top mechanical condition
  2. Always wear insulated boots and protective clothing including a helmet, gloves and eye protection.
  3. Never ride alone.
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