Exclamation Mark Road Sign (Other Danger): A hazard with no sign of its own. A plate underneath usually says what it is. — Other danger (Warning sign (Vienna Convention category A))

Exclamation Mark Road Sign (Other Danger): meaning and what to do

Quick answer:A hazard with no sign of its own. A plate underneath usually says what it is. Slow down and read the plate.

A red triangle with an exclamation mark warns of a danger that has no sign of its own. A plate underneath usually says what it is, such as “Hidden dip” or “Queues likely”. Slow down and read the plate.

What to do when you see this sign

Slow down and read the plate.

What kind of sign is it?

Warning sign (Vienna Convention category A). Warning signs are triangles with a red border in the UK and most of Europe. They tell you about a hazard ahead so you can slow down and get ready. They don’t give an order on their own, but ignoring the hazard can still lead to careless driving.

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