T-Junction Sign: meaning and what to do
Quick answer:The road ahead ends at a T-junction; you must turn left or right. Slow down and get ready to stop or give way.
The T-junction sign is a red-bordered triangle with a black T. It warns that the road ahead ends at a junction where you must turn left or right. The wider bar shows the road that has priority, so be ready to stop or give way when you reach the end of your road.
What to do when you see this sign
Slow down and get ready to stop or give way.
Good to know: The thicker bar shows the road with priority.
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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