'If stuck behind a tractor, don't be tempted into any rash overtaking'
Motorists and tractor / agricultural machinery operators alike need to be extra vigilant when using rural roads at this busy time in the farming year, according to the Office of Emergency Planning (OEP).
Taking to social media earlier today, Thursday, August 6, the OEP said:
“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.
Turning to road safety in general during the summer time, the OEP said: “Unfortunately, there is a spike in pedestrian, cyclist and motorcyclist casualties over the summer.
“The fine weather brings more people out and about. As drivers, we need to be on the lookout for them. Slow down and expect the unexpected,” the office concluded.
