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A warning sign is a traffic sign that alerts drivers to a potential danger or change in road conditions ahead, giving them enough time to slow down and react safely. These signs warn about hazards such as sharp bends, pedestrian crossings, slippery surfaces, merging traffic, animals on the road, or upcoming intersections. Their purpose is not to forbid or command anything, but simply to prepare drivers for situations that require extra attention.
How should I recognise hazard warnings in Colombia?
Preventive signs warn of hazards and their nature. Read any accompanying information.
How should I react to a pedestrian warning in Colombia?
Reduce speed, look along both sides of the road and be ready to stop. The warning identifies a pedestrian hazard ahead; children, people with limited mobility or others may enter the road unexpectedly.
Does a traffic-lights-ahead warning require an immediate stop in Colombia?
The warning alone does not require an immediate stop. However, Article 74 requires drivers to reduce speed to 30 km/h when approaching an intersection. Obey any lower limit, the actual traffic lights and applicable stopping or priority duties. Look for queues and be prepared to stop.
51. Warning for cyclists
This traffic sign indicates a warning for cyclists. Cyclists may be riding along or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully for cyclists and maintain the passing distance required by the applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign SP-59 · family • Cyclists on the road. Reduce speed and leave safe clearance when passing them. The drawing has a yellow background and omits the safe lateral passing-distance plate. The current manual requires fluorescent yellow-green and that plate. The family is identified without claiming a complete sign.
Español • SP-59 · familia • Ciclistas en la vía. Advierte la posible presencia de ciclistas. Reduce la velocidad y deja una separación segura al pasar junto a ellos. El dibujo tiene fondo amarillo y no incluye la placa de distancia lateral de seguridad. El manual vigente exige amarillo verde fluorescente y esa placa; se identifica la familia, sin afirmar que el dibujo sea una señal completa.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 139
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • Manual 2024: forma, color o dibujo de referencia
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Source revision 2017-09-07. Wikimedia original unmodified.
52. Warning for tractors
This traffic sign indicates a warning for tractors or other agricultural vehicles. Slow-moving agricultural vehicles may enter, cross or travel along the road ahead. Reduce speed and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.
English • Traffic sign SP-45 • Agricultural machinery. Prepare for slow or larger vehicles on the road.
Español • SP-45 • Maquinaria agrícola en la vía. Advierte la posible presencia de maquinaria agrícola en la vía. Prepárate para vehículos lentos o de mayor tamaño.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 132
SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.
53. Warning for a railway crossing without barriers
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing without barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing where railway tracks cross the road and no barriers or gates are present to stop traffic. Drivers should slow down and look both ways for trains.
English • Traffic sign SP-52 • Railway level crossing without barriers. Approach carefully and check that no train is approaching.
Español • SP-52 • Cruce ferroviario a nivel sin barrera. Advierte un cruce ferroviario a nivel sin barreras. Acércate con precaución y comprueba que no se aproxime un tren.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 127
SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.
54. Warning for a railway crossing with barriers
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing with gates or barriers that close when a train approaches. Drivers should be ready to stop when the barriers are down or flashing lights activate. Never attempt to cross when gates are closing or closed.
English • Traffic sign SP-53 • Barrier. Warns of a barrier used for police, traffic-control or toll-collection purposes. Prepare to stop and follow instructions.
Español • SP-53 • Barrera. Advierte una barrera para detener la circulación con fines de control policial, de tránsito o de recaudo de peaje. Prepárate para detenerte y seguir las instrucciones.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transmilenio.gov.co • MinTransporte/ANSV: Manual de Señalización Vial 2024, página PDF 127
SVG source: Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.
55. Warning for a railway crossing with one track
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with one track. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where a single railway track crosses the road. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to stop, even if no barriers or warning lights are active.
