The combines in central Illinois are rolling which means slower traffic in rural areas and an increase in deer activity.

Piatt County Sheriff Mark Vogelzang says give plenty of space to those farm implements as they get to their fields for the fall harvest. Additionally, if a country road is a part of your route, slow down and give yourself some extra time this fall.

As the harvest rolls along and the deer hunting season soon opens up will activate the deer population. Sheriff Vogelzang cautions to be mindful of deer coming out of nowhere in all parts of the state, not just rural areas.

Last week was harvest safety week in Illinois.