Colors of Road Signs
This page continues the discussion on sign colors, focusing on black and white, yellow, and fluorescent signs.
Black and white signs are typically regulatory signs used to control traffic, set limits, or give commands. Common examples include one-way signs, speed limit signs, and turn-only signs.
Definition: Yellow is the color of warning signs, designed to catch drivers' eyes and put them on alert.
Yellow signs inform drivers about potential hazards and roadway conditions, such as pedestrian crossings, dips in the road, or slippery surfaces.
Fluorescent bright yellow-green signs are high-emphasis warning signs for street crossings, particularly for pedestrians, bicyclists, or students near schools.
Vocabulary: Fluorescent signs are those with a very bright, glowing color that is highly visible, especially in low-light conditions.