Temporary police flashing light: what it means

What it means

Police are on duty ahead. This sign warns about a temporary stop sign, a collision scene, a roadblock or a similar scene.

What you must do

Be ready to stop at the stop sign that follows after the flashing blue light, or when a police officer demands it.

Where you see it

On any road.

Remember

Flashing blue light: police ahead, be ready to stop.

The flashing light is blue.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   Which of these signs warns of a roadblock or a similar scene where police are on duty?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture C

   This sign warns of a temporary stop sign, a crash scene, a roadblock or a similar place with police on duty.

2. Question 2

   You pass a Temporary police flashing light sign. Where must you be ready to stop?

   • A Immediately next to the flashing light itself
   • B At the following stop sign, or when a police officer demands it
   • C Only at the next traffic light that is red
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   Answer: B: At the following stop sign, or when a police officer demands it

   Be ready to stop at the stop sign after the flashing light, or when a police officer tells you to.

3. Question 3

   What is the colour of the flashing light of the Temporary police flashing light sign?

   • A Blue
   • B Red
   • C Amber
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   Answer: A: Blue

   The flashing light of the Temporary police flashing light sign is blue.