To help make the trip safe for you and farmers, the OPP remind motorists to be aware of over-size, slow-moving farm equipment at this time of year. Police stress the need to use caution and reduced speeds when traveling near farm vehicles and equipment.
Farm equipment such as tractors, combines and the trailers they tow are very large and require significant room to safely manoeuvre on the roadway.
The OPP is urging motorists when you see large farm equipment on the roadway, slow down, be patient and pass only when it is safe to do so.
Also, do not tailgate large farm equipment as the operator may not be able to see you. The work farmers are doing is important to all rural communities.
