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Share the Road this Harvest Season!
September 11, 2023
Across the state, farmers will soon be taking to the fields for harvest. This means we all will be sharing the roads with combines, tractors, grain carts, trucks, and other farm equipment. The risk of accidents involving passenger vehicles and farm equipment will increase during harvest!
Please be patient - don't rush to pass farm equipment, especially in areas with limited visibility! The equipment driver will pull off as soon as he or she finds a safe place to do so. Remember, following a tractor or combine for a mile or two is really about the same as waiting through a couple stoplights in the city!
For a great reminder about the importance of safely operating vehicles on rural roads, click on the button below to check out the video "We All Share the Road".
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Be Aware of Indiana Fireworks Laws this July 4th
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Have a great (and safe) Independence Day!
Don’t make a trip to the emergency room the “highlight” of your 4th of July – celebrate safely this Independence Day weekend! Check out the fireworks safety tips below from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and the National Fire Protection Association. Also, please be aware that recent dry weather across much of the state will increase the…
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Preparing for Floods and Flash Floods
Some simple advance preparation will help you be ready for possible floods in your area. Fire hazards During a flood, fire danger is increased. In addition. fire departments may be unable to get to fires through high water. Watch for these fire hazards on your property: Before floodwaters crest, turn off the main power switch…
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