It's the heart of the harvest season in Central Illinois.

Last week, ag officials promoted safety as you make your away around the rural parts of central Illinois as the harvest continues and DeWitt County Sheriff Jered Shofner says most of DeWitt County roads are likely to see heave machinery on them.

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For motorists in smaller vehicles, the Sheriff stresses slowing down and getting to your destination safely. For all motorists, the Sheriff Shofner stresses keeping the phones put away.

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Sheriff Shofner points out, rarely, when there is a vehicle-farm equipment accident is it the fault of the heavy equipment operator. He says sometimes the operators of heavy equipment might not see the motorists around them.

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The Sheriff points out there are a lot of winding roads and places with steep hills. He encourages motorists to obey the passing and no-passing zones. And as always, buckle your seatbelt.