KEWAUNEE, Wis. (WFRV) – Farmers in Kewaunee County are incorporating portable traffic signal equipment to improve safety during road-based operations.
According to the Kewaunee County Sheriff’s Office, the equipment will be used in areas where flagging operations are necessary and where workers would traditionally direct traffic.
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“We have seen similar equipment deployed during public utilities and road maintenance operations, as it is much more cost-effective and consistent,” the sheriff’s office said.
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Deputies also reminded motorists that the presence of the temporary signals is authorized, and failure to obey them carries the same statutory penalties as disregarding a permanent traffic light.
“This advancement in practices and equipment by our local businesses is greatly appreciated, as we keep Kewaunee County a safe place to live and work,” the sheriff’s office added.
