what does a flashing yellow light mean at an intersection
A flashing yellow light at an intersection means proceed with caution. It does not mean you must stop, but you should slow down, watch for cross traffic and pedestrians, and be ready to yield if needed.
What it means
- Flashing yellow: caution, continue carefully.
- Flashing red: treat it like a stop sign and come to a complete stop before proceeding.
- In some intersections, one direction may see flashing yellow while the crossing direction sees flashing red, so the yellow side usually has the right to proceed carefully.
Practical rule
If you reach one:
- Slow down.
- Check both directions.
- Proceed only when the intersection is clear.
If you want, I can also explain the difference between flashing yellow , flashing red , and a flashing yellow arrow.
