The Canton Department of Public Safety is committed to providing services that contribute to the quality of life within Canton.

Canton, Michigan USA
Joined March 2011
The forecast is calling for a wintry mix of rain and snow, which means slick road conditions. Remember that areas such as bridges, ramps and overpasses tend to freeze first and stay frozen longer than other areas of road. Drive Slow on Ice & Snow. More at michigan.gov/WinterDriving
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It can take up to ten times longer to stop your vehicle on snowy and/or icy roads. Slow down and allow more room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. This gives you more time to react and brake, reducing your crash risk. Drive Slow on Ice & Snow. michigan.gov/WinterDriving
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Canton Public Safety retweeted
DYK: November 21, 2023 – Since last week, 18 people died on Michigan roadways making a total of 926 this year. 123 more were seriously injured for a statewide total of 5,133 to date. Compared to last year at this time, there are 55 fewer fatalities and 50 more serious injuries.
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DYK: October 17, 2023 – Since last week, 15 people died on Michigan roadways making a total of 837 this year. 120 more were seriously injured for a statewide total of 4,587 to date. Compared to last year at this time, there are 8 fewer fatalities and 128 more serious injuries.
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IMPORTANT: On Wednesday, Oct. 4th at 2:20 p.m. ET, there will be a nationwide emergency alert test on cell phones, wireless devices, radios, and TVs. This is a standard test that occurs at least once every three years. No action is needed. Info & FAQs: fema.gov/emergency-managers/…
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According to our latest topical report on home fires; fatal fires are highest between midnight to 1 a.m. and most often begin in a bedroom. Smoke alarms dramatically increase your chance of surviving a home fire. Read the report ➡️usfa.fema.gov/statistics/rep…
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A Winter Storm Warning begins at 7 PM this evening until 4 AM Saturday for all of Metro Detroit.
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From 2020 to 2021, the number of traffic crashes in Michigan increased 15.1 percent, according to Michigan State Police data. Protect yourself and others. Slow down! More information at bit.ly/3KutGA1 #SlowDown #DriveSafe #BuckleUp
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Michigan's Ok2Say program is a resource to help keep our kids safe while at school. This is a confidential resource where anyone can submit a tip about anything regarding school and student safety. For more information, click below. michigan.gov/ok2say
#TuesdayTip: September is National Preparedness Month! Emergencies can happen at any time. Is your family prepared? Download emergency, auto and pet preparedness kit checklists at michigan.gov/miready/plan-ah…. #MIReady
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Yellow is the color of fall—because school buses are back on the road. Motorists, drive with extra caution near school buses, and watch for children. Parents, teach your kids that the bus stop is not a place to play and to stay 10 feet away from the bus until it's time to board.
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Good Tuesday Morning! Too bad not every work week starts on Tuesday! Going to be a hot one so keep an eye on those neighbors and pets! And don’t forget yourself! May have some rough storms this evening so eyes to the sky as they say. Be nice out there and #DriveMichiganSafely!
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84% of motorcycle-vehicle crashes occur on city streets and at intersections, not highways. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Please be alert for motorcyclists, especially at intersections. Look Twice. Save a Life. Learn more at bit.ly/3FxrE0S
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There are dozens of roadway projects happening across Michigan. This important safety message from our partners @SEMCOG urges drivers to slow down and be alert while driving in work zones. #WorkZoneSafety #SlowDown #ItCanWait
Work zones are work places. Let's help everyone get home safe. Your attention means everything.
Canton Public Safety retweeted
The Summit is partnering with Canton Public Safety for a free emergency preparedness training on Tuesday, May 17th from 6-8pm. This will be used as an opportunity to present emergency preparedness steps.
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A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the Thumb region and the northern Metro Detroit suburbs this afternoon into tonight as high intensity snowfall spreads through the area. #miwx
There are dozens of roadway projects going on throughout Michigan this week. Please keep yourself and workers safe -- slow down, leave extra room and be alert for potential lane changes. Check out more work zone safety tips: bit.ly/3cwezby
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Michigan law prohibits a driver from reading, manually typing, or sending a text message while driving. Exceptions are in place for reporting crashes, crimes, or other emergencies. The fine for a first offense is $100. The fine doubles for subsequent offenses. #UDriveUTextUPay
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While we are seeing some freeway flooding there is a lot more on side streets and in neighborhoods. Clearing storm drains is something you can still do to minimize flooding and keep from having a skating rink at the bottom of your driveway.
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