Flashing red signal: What is a flashing red signal like this one telling you to do?

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Why

Treat a flashing red light the same way you would a stop sign: halt completely at the stop line or crosswalk, give the right-of-way to cross traffic and pedestrians, and move on only when the way is clear.

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Topic: Signals and markings   License: Motorcycle

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• Rules of the Road for Riders

Where it applies: Asked in every state.

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