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60. Road debris

Road debris consists of objects, materials or substances that are lying on or have fallen onto the road and may interfere with traffic. Examples include pieces of vehicles, lost cargo, stones, branches, broken glass, litter and materials spilled from vehicles.

Road debris can create a serious hazard for drivers, cyclists and other road users. Drivers should watch the road ahead, reduce speed when necessary and avoid sudden manoeuvres when safely passing an obstruction.

Road debris
A fallen tree branch on the road. (Tenerife, Spain)
Wikimedia.org • Mike Peel • CC BY-SA
What is road debris?

Road debris is any object, material or substance lying on the road that may obstruct traffic or create a hazard.

What are common examples of road debris?

Examples include lost cargo, vehicle parts, stones, branches, litter, broken glass and spilled materials.

What should you do when you see debris on the road?

Reduce speed when necessary, maintain control of your vehicle and avoid the debris only when you can do so safely. Avoid sudden braking or steering that could endanger other road users.

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