DPS Stresses Safety As 30K Motorcyclists Set For 'Spring Flood Run'
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) --The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is reminding drivers to "Start Seeing Motorcycles" as the warming weather ushers in the two-wheeler season.
The DPS says up to 30,000 motorcyclists are expected to ride this Saturday in the 50th annual Spring Flood Run, travelling from the Twin Cities to Winona along the Mississippi and St. Croix river valleys.
Extra patrols and state troopers will be on the roads to ensure safe riding and driving for all motorists in the area.
"We want motorcyclists riding responsibly and motorists sharing the road," Minnesota State Patrol Lt. Tiffani Nielson said.
There have been two motorcycle fatalities so far this year, with one occurring just two days ago.
There were 44 motorcycle fatalities in 2014, which was 16 fewer than in 2013.
Click here to view the DPS website's motorcycle safety page.