Drivers urged to take extra care following road incident
Drivers of agricultural machinery have been urged, alongside all other road-users, to take extra care on rural Irish roads while the busy summer season lasts.
This follows an incident earlier this month when a silage wagon overturned in Co. Cavan, according to members of An Garda Síochána.
Fortunately, no one was injured in the accident.
In a statement on the matter on social media, Gardaí based in Cavan said:
“This road traffic collision occurred recently in the Bailieboro district.
We want to take this opportunity to appeal to drivers of agricultural vehicles and all other road users to be extra careful during the busy summer months, which is harvesting time.
“Thankfully, on this occasion nobody was injured,” the Garda statement added.
‘Expect the unexpected’
Earlier this month, the Office of Emergency Planning (OEP) offered advice for agricultural machinery operators and road users in general for this time of year.
“At this time of year, there will be an increase in the number of agricultural vehicles using the road.
If stuck behind a tractor, be patient and don’t be tempted into any foolish or rash overtaking.
“Always be on the look-out for farm machinery leaving fields and farmyards.
“Farmers need to be safety-conscious too,” it was added.
“If the traffic is building up behind, keep left where safe to allow others to pass safely,” the office warned.
“Slow down and expect the unexpected,” the office concluded.
