Elephant: what it means

What it means

Elephants may be present on the road ahead.

What you must do

Look out for elephants ahead and be prepared to slow down or stop.

Where you see it

On any road, especially in wildlife sanctuaries.

Remember

Elephants: be prepared to slow down or stop.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   

   On which roads is the Elephant warning sign (W357) used?

   • A On any road, especially in wildlife sanctuaries
   • B On any road, especially in urban areas
   • C Only on gravel roads inside wildlife sanctuaries
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   Answer: A: On any road, especially in wildlife sanctuaries

   The Elephant sign is used on any road, mostly in wildlife sanctuaries (protected areas for wild animals).

2. Question 2

   Which of these signs warns that there is a possibility of elephants being present on the road ahead?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture A

   The Elephant sign warns that elephants may be on the road ahead.

3. Question 3

   

   While driving through a wildlife sanctuary you pass the warning sign shown. What action does the sign require of you?

   • A Stop at the sign until a game ranger arrives
   • B Look out for elephants and be prepared to slow down or stop
   • C Sound the hooter to drive any elephants off the road
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   Answer: B: Look out for elephants and be prepared to slow down or stop

   You must look out for elephants ahead and be ready to slow down or stop.