What does a flashing amber light mean at a crossing?

As a driver, you MUST give way to any pedestrians on the crossing, when the amber light is flashing. If the amber light is flashing and there are no pedestrians on the crossing, you may proceed with caution. After the lights start flashing, watch out for people making a last-minute dash.



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If the Pelican crossing's lights are flashing amber, this means you must wait for pedestrians still on the crossing to safely get to the other side. Once you are sure that the crossing is clear, you may proceed on a flashing amber or green light.

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On the level Unless your vehicle has actually crossed the stop line, you should stop when you see the steady amber lights come on. The amber lights will then change to red flashing lights. You must remain stationary until the lights stop flashing, even if a train has passed you, as another train may be on the way.

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Pelican crossing light sequence The light sequence for motorists is as follows. A red light is followed by a flashing amber light on its own, which is followed by a green light.

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