Warning Signs

Official Florida Driver License Handbook.

Traffic Signal Ahead:

A traffic signal is at the intersection ahead. Slow down; poor visibility is likely.

Stop Sign Ahead:

Slow down and be ready to stop at the stop sign.

Yield Ahead:

Yield sign ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop or adjust speed to traffic.

Speed Reduction Sign:

Advance notice to upcoming speed limit change.

Advisory Speed Sign:

The fastest safe speed you should travel around the curve ahead. Advisory speed signs may be used with any warning sign.

Two-Way Traffic Ahead:

The roadway is about to change to two-way traffic; there will be oncoming traffic.

Merging Traffic:

Ahead another traffic lane joins the one you are on. Watch for other traffic and yield the right-of-way when necessary.

Reduction of Lanes:

The right lane ends and traffic must merge left. Drivers in the left lane should allow others to merge smoothly.

Roundabout Circle:

Provides advance notice of a roundabout. Prepare to slow down and possibly yield to traffic in the roundabout.

Divided Highway Ahead:

The highway ahead is divided by a median or physical barrier.

Divided Highway Ends:

The divided highway ends 350 to 500 feet ahead. You will then be on a roadway with two-way traffic. Keep to the right.

Right Curve:

The road will curve to the right. Slow your speed and do not pass other vehicles.

Sharp Right Turn:

The road will make a sharp turn to the right. Slow your speed and do not pass other vehicles.

Reverse Curve:

The road will curve right, then to the left. Slow your speed and do not pass other vehicles.

Winding Road:

There are several curves ahead. Drive slowly and carefully and do not pass other vehicles.

Cross Road:

A road crosses the main highway ahead. Look to the left and right for other traffic.

Side Road:

Another road enters the highway from the direction shown. Watch for traffic from that direction.

Bicycle Crossing:

A bikeway crosses the roadway ahead. Watch for bicyclists.

Emergency Vehicle Crossing:

Watch for emergency vehicles entering or crossing the roadway.

Truck Crossing:

Watch for trucks entering or crossing the roadway.

Pedestrian Crossing:

Watch for people crossing the street. Slow down or stop to yield for pedestrians.

Animal Crossing:

The animal pictured on the sign is common in the area; watch for animals crossing the road particularly during twilight and at nighttime.

Low Clearance:

Do not enter if your vehicle is taller than the height listed on the sign.

Pavement Ends:

The paved surface ahead changes to a gravel or earth road.

Soft Shoulder:

The ground on the side of the road is soft. Don’t leave the pavement except in an emergency.

Slippery Surface:

In wet weather, drive slowly. Don't speed up or brake quickly. Make turns at slow speeds.

Dip:

There is a low place in the road. Go slowly and be ready to stop and turn around if the dip is filled with water.

Narrow Bridge:

The bridge is wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic, but with very little clearance. Stay in your lane.

One Lane Bridge:

The bridge is wide enough for only one vehicle at a time. Make sure the bridge is clear of oncoming traffic before you cross.

Hill/Downgrade:

The road goes downhill ahead. Slow down and be ready to shift to lower gear to control speed.