Spring is when drivers will be sharing the road with farmers moving oversize equipment. And when normal traffic meets up with larger, slower vehicles, there’s an increased risk of accidents.
When it comes to an accident occurring on the farm, it’s not a matter of “if” but “when.”
Homeowners are cautioned to not underestimate the destructive force of thunderstorms as they occur far more often and impact more people and homes than hurricanes.
Thunderstorms are dangerous storms that typically include lightning and can include powerful winds, hail, flash flooding and tornadoes.
During Ag Safety Awareness Program Week, March 3-7, American Farm Bureau Federation leaders are sharing resources and encouraging farmers to make safety a priority on their farms.