 The Minnesota Department of Public Safety says more people lost their lives on state roadways in 2018 compared to the year before. Initial reports show 380 people were victims of fatal crashes last year, which is up from 358 in 2017. Traffic safety director Mike Hanson says there are four things that would prevent 80% of the fatalities on Minnesota roads. Seat belts obeying the speed limit, driving unimpaired and paying attention to your surroundings. The figures show 70% of the fatalities were mostly men and 42 pedestrians died last year as well as seven bicyclists. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.