Roadworks and Temporary Signs
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Road works are in progress ahead.: This sign is a warning for drivers that there are road works ahead. Drivers should anticipate potential delays, lane changes, and workers on or near the road surface.
Loose chippings on the road surface.: This warning sign alerts drivers to the presence of loose chippings on the road. These can cause vehicles to skid and can also be flicked up by tires, potentially damaging other vehicles or pedestrians.
The lanes ahead have a series of bends.: This sign indicates that the lanes ahead will have several bends or curves. Drivers should reduce speed and exercise caution, especially as visibility might be reduced.
Vehicles with a width exceeding 9 feet 6 inches (2.9 meters) are subject to restrictions and advised to take a diversion from the next exit.: This sign indicates that restrictions apply for vehicles over a certain width (9 feet 6 inches or 2.9 meters). It advises these wide loads to follow a diversion route from the next exit.
A diversion route for motorists heading towards the destination of Northtown, involving a roundabout.: This sign provides a diversion route for drivers specifically heading to Northtown. The diagram suggests that the diversion will involve navigating a roundabout.
A temporary advisory speed limit of 30 miles per hour.: This sign indicates a temporary advisory speed limit of 30 miles per hour. This is usually put in place due to roadworks, hazardous conditions, or other temporary circumstances requiring reduced speeds.
Heavy goods vehicles must use the left lane for a checkpoint, while all other vehicles should use the right lane.: This sign directs traffic to Get in Lane and specifies that heavy goods vehicles should use the left lane, likely for a checkpoint, while all other vehicles should use the right lane.
A police presence due to a road accident ahead.: This sign is used to alert drivers that there has been an accident ahead and that police are present at the scene. Drivers should exercise extreme caution, reduce speed, and be prepared for potential diversions or stops.