Merge Sign: Traffic from another lane will merge. — Merge (US warning sign (MUTCD))

Merge Sign: meaning and what to do

Quick answer:Traffic from another lane will merge. Adjust speed and leave a gap; merging drivers yield.

The yellow diamond merge sign warns that traffic from another lane or road will join yours. Adjust your speed and spacing so merging traffic can fit in; drivers merging should yield.

What to do when you see this sign

Adjust speed and leave a gap; merging drivers yield.

What kind of sign is it?

US warning sign (MUTCD). US warning signs are usually yellow diamonds. Orange marks temporary work zones and fluorescent yellow-green marks school, pedestrian and bicycle warnings.

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Questions about this sign

Do emergency vehicles have to stop at stop signs?

The rules vary. Some places exempt emergency vehicles from certain signs when they're responding to a call, but they must still not endanger anyone. If you're at a stop sign when one approaches, stay put unless you can move out of the way safely.

What does the merge sign mean?

Traffic from another lane is joining. Both drivers adjust speed and spacing; the merging driver normally yields.