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Traffic signs

A traffic sign is a standardised visual symbol placed along roads to guide, warn, or regulate drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. These signs provide essential information about road conditions, rules, directions, and potential hazards, helping to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow. They come in various shapes and colours—such as triangular warning signs, circular prohibitory or mandatory signs, and rectangular information signs—each designed for quick recognition and clear understanding.

How are traffic signs grouped in Uruguay?

The government guide distinguishes regulatory, warning and information signs. Apply the actual instruction rather than assuming every sign gives advice.

🔗 impo.com.uy • Uruguay Law 18191 — Law 18191 Articles 34–36 and 41; amended Regulation 13.2(3)(b) for selected roadworks FAQ

🔗 impo.com.uy • Decree 173/2013 Article 2 — operative replacement of Regulation 13.2, rural 90/80 and 60/40/20 km/h reductions

🔗 montevideo.gub.uy • Montevideo — official safe-driving guide, signs and navigation explanations; historical explanatory guide, current duties checked against Law 18191

Is a temporary speed limit at roadworks binding in Uruguay?

Yes. Obey an authorised temporary regulatory speed limit. In addition, on rural roads outside urban and suburban areas, zones marked gente en obra have a statutory 20 km/h maximum unless another maximum is signed. Other danger warnings without a numerical maximum trigger the rural 60 km/h reduction. Drive more slowly where the worksite conditions require it and follow authorised traffic directions.

🔗 impo.com.uy • Uruguay Law 18191 — Law 18191 Articles 34–36 and 41; amended Regulation 13.2(3)(b) for selected roadworks FAQ

🔗 impo.com.uy • Decree 173/2013 Article 2 — operative replacement of Regulation 13.2, rural 90/80 and 60/40/20 km/h reductions

🔗 montevideo.gub.uy • Montevideo — official safe-driving guide, signs and navigation explanations; historical explanatory guide, current duties checked against Law 18191

1. Stop and give way

This traffic sign means stop and give way. You must come to a complete stop before entering the intersection and give way to traffic that has priority. Proceed only when it is safe.

English • Traffic sign R-1 • Stop. Stop completely before entering the junction and give way before continuing.

Español • R-1 • Pare. Detén completamente el vehículo antes de entrar en la intersección y cede el paso antes de continuar.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 85
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 19

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2. Give way

This traffic sign means give way. Slow down and give way to traffic that has priority. Stop if necessary and proceed only when it is safe.

English • Traffic sign R-2 • Give way. Give priority to vehicles on the priority road; stop if necessary.

Español • R-2 • Ceda el paso. Cede el paso a los vehículos que circulan por la vía preferente; detente si es necesario.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 85
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 20

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3. Stop and give way ahead

This traffic sign indicates stop and give way ahead. A stop sign applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to come to a complete stop.

English • Traffic sign P-15 • Stop ahead. Prepare to stop. The standard requires a supplementary distance plate. The drawing shows only the main sign, so the distance cannot be determined.

Español • P-15 • Proximidad de señal Pare. Advierte que más adelante hay una señal Pare. Prepárate para detenerte. La norma exige una placa complementaria de distancia. El dibujo mostrado solo representa la señal principal y no permite conocer esa distancia.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 95
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 40

SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
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4. Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled crossroad. An intersection without traffic signals or signs assigning priority lies ahead. Reduce speed, watch for traffic approaching from other directions and follow the applicable local priority rules.

English • Traffic sign P-6 • Crossroads. Warns of a four-arm junction. Reduce speed and check crossing traffic.

Español • P-6 • Cruce de caminos. Advierte una intersección de cuatro ramales. Reduce la velocidad y comprueba el tránsito transversal.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 93
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 38

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5. Warning for a side road from the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a side road from the right. A side road joins the road ahead from the right at an uncontrolled junction. Reduce speed, watch for traffic entering from the side road and follow the applicable default priority rules.

English • Traffic sign P-7a/P-7b · family • Side road on the right. Warns of a road joining from the right. The side-road sign family is identified. The standard's annex repeats P-7a for both sides while the text lists P-7a and P-7b; no unambiguous suffix is assigned here to the right-hand drawing.

Español • P-7a/P-7b · familia • Vía lateral por la derecha. Advierte que una vía lateral se une por la derecha. Identificación de la familia de vía lateral. El anexo de la norma repite la etiqueta P-7a para ambos lados, mientras el texto enumera P-7a y P-7b; no se atribuye aquí un sufijo inequívoco al dibujo de la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 93
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 38

6. Warning for a roundabout

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a roundabout. A roundabout lies ahead. Reduce speed and follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local roundabout rules when approaching and entering it.

English • Traffic sign P-12 • Roundabout. Warns of a junction with roundabout circulation.

Español • P-12 • Rotonda. Advierte la proximidad de una intersección con circulación en rotonda.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 95
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 39

7. Warning for merging traffic from the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for merging traffic from the right. Traffic travelling in the same general direction may join your traffic stream from the right. Stay alert and adjust your speed or position when necessary to allow traffic to merge safely.

English • Traffic sign P-13a • Merging traffic from the right. Watch for vehicles joining the road.

Español • P-13a • Incorporación de tránsito por la derecha. Advierte que se incorpora tránsito desde la derecha. Presta atención a los vehículos que se unen a la vía.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 95
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 40

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8. Warning for a hairpin bend to the right

This traffic sign warns of a hairpin bend to the right. The road ahead makes a very sharp turn, so reduce speed and be prepared to steer sharply to the right.

9. Warning for a curve to the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the right. A right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

English • Traffic sign P-2b • Right-hand bend. Adjust speed before entering.

Español • P-2b • Curva a la derecha. Advierte una curva hacia la derecha. Adapta la velocidad antes de entrar en ella.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 92
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 37

10. Warning for a sharp curve to the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a sharp curve to the right. A tight right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within your lane and use smooth steering, particularly when visibility or road grip is reduced.

English • Traffic sign P-1b • Tight-radius right-hand bend. Reduce speed in advance.

Español • P-1b • Curva cerrada a la derecha. Advierte una curva de radio reducido hacia la derecha. Reduce la velocidad con anticipación.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 92
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 37

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11. Warning for a double curve, first right then left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the right. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

English • Traffic sign P-4b • Double bend, first to the right. Warns of two successive bends, first to the right.

Español • P-4b • Curva y contracurva a la derecha. Advierte dos curvas sucesivas, la primera hacia la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 93
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 37

12. Warning for curves

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a series of curves. One or more changes in direction lie ahead and may occur in quick succession. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

English • Traffic sign P-3b • Winding road, first to the right. Warns of a series of bends, first to the right.

Español • P-3b • Camino sinuoso a la derecha. Advierte una sucesión de curvas, con la primera hacia la derecha.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 92
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 37

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13. Warning for a road narrowing

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing. The available width of the road or carriageway decreases ahead. Reduce speed, maintain sufficient lateral clearance and watch carefully for approaching or adjacent traffic.

English • Traffic sign P-21a • Road narrows. The carriageway narrows on both sides. Reduce speed and maintain a safe clearance.

Español • P-21a • Estrechamiento de calzada. Advierte que la calzada se estrecha por ambos lados. Reduce la velocidad y conserva una separación segura.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 97
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 42

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14. Warning for a road narrowing on the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing on the right. The available road width decreases from the right side ahead. Reduce speed, follow the lane markings and maintain sufficient clearance from other traffic and the road edge.

English • Traffic sign P-21b • Road narrows on the right. The right edge moves inward, reducing available width.

Español • P-21b • Estrechamiento por la derecha. Advierte que el borde derecho de la calzada se aproxima y disminuye el ancho disponible.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 97
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 42

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15. Warning for a road with two-way traffic

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two-way traffic. Oncoming traffic will use the same road or carriageway ahead. Keep to the correct side of the road and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

English • Traffic sign P-25 • Two-way traffic. Stay on your side of the carriageway.

Español • P-25 • Doble circulación. Advierte un tramo con tránsito en ambos sentidos. Mantente en tu lado de la calzada.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 98
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 44

16. Warning for a speed bump

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a speed bump. A raised traffic-calming feature lies ahead. Reduce speed before reaching it to maintain vehicle control and avoid damage or discomfort.

English • Traffic sign P-18 • Road hump. Warns of a transverse rise in the carriageway. Reduce speed before crossing it.

Español • P-18 • Resalto. Advierte una elevación transversal de la calzada. Reduce la velocidad antes de pasar sobre ella.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 96
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 41

17. Warning for a bad road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a bad or uneven road surface. Potholes, bumps, depressions or other surface irregularities may affect vehicle stability and braking. Reduce speed and avoid sudden manoeuvres.

English • Traffic sign P-17 • Rough road. Warns of repeated surface irregularities. Reduce speed.

Español • P-17 • Camino áspero. Advierte irregularidades repetidas en la superficie de la calzada. Reduce la velocidad.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 96
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 41

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18. Warning for a dip in the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a dip in the road. A sudden depression in the road surface lies ahead and may affect vehicle stability or visibility. Reduce speed before reaching the dip and be prepared for water or other hazards that may collect in the lowered section.

English • Traffic sign P-19 • Depression. Warns of a transverse depression in the carriageway. Reduce speed before crossing it.

Español • P-19 • Depresión. Advierte una depresión transversal de la calzada. Reduce la velocidad antes de atravesarla.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 96
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 41

19. Warning for a steep ascent

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep ascent. A steep uphill gradient lies ahead and may cause heavy or low-powered vehicles to lose speed. Select a suitable gear, maintain a safe following distance and be prepared for slower traffic.

English • Traffic sign P-20b • Steep ascent. Select a suitable gear and adapt driving to the gradient. The standard requires a supplementary plate showing the affected length; the drawing omits it.

Español • P-20b • Pendiente ascendente. Advierte una subida pronunciada. Selecciona una marcha adecuada y adapta la conducción a la pendiente. La norma exige una placa complementaria con la longitud del tramo afectado. El dibujo mostrado no incluye esa placa.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 96
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 42

SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org • Original SVG
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20. Warning for a steep descent

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep descent. A steep downhill gradient lies ahead and the vehicle may gain speed quickly. Reduce speed before the descent, select a suitable gear and use engine braking where appropriate. Allow extra distance for heavy or towing vehicles.

English • Traffic sign P-20a • Steep descent. Control speed and use a suitable gear. The standard requires a supplementary plate showing the affected length; the drawing omits it.

Español • P-20a • Pendiente descendente. Advierte una bajada pronunciada. Controla la velocidad y utiliza una marcha adecuada. La norma exige una placa complementaria con la longitud del tramo afectado. El dibujo mostrado no incluye esa placa.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 96
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 42

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21. Warning for a movable bridge

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a movable bridge. The bridge ahead can open, lift or move to allow water traffic to pass. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop when required by barriers, traffic lights or other signals.

English • Traffic sign P-23 • Movable bridge. The deck may rise or move. Watch the signals controlling passage.

Español • P-23 • Puente móvil. Advierte un puente cuya plataforma puede levantarse o desplazarse. Presta atención a las señales que regulan el paso.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 97
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 43

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22. Warning for traffic lights ahead

This traffic sign indicates a warning for traffic lights ahead. Traffic signals are located ahead and may not be visible early enough without advance warning. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop if the signal requires it.

English • Traffic sign P-14 • Traffic signals ahead. Warns of a signal-controlled junction. Be ready to obey the signals.

Español • P-14 • Proximidad de semáforo. Advierte una intersección regulada por semáforos. Prepárate para obedecer sus indicaciones.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 95
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 40
🔗 Gub.uy • UNASEV, Guía nacional de conducción, PDF p. 126

23. Warning for falling rocks

This traffic sign indicates a warning for falling rocks. Rocks or stones may fall from nearby slopes or may already be lying on the road. Reduce speed, scan the road ahead and be prepared to avoid or stop for fallen material.

English • Traffic sign P-26 • Falling rocks. Rocks and other material may fall onto the carriageway.

Español • P-26 • Desprendimientos. Advierte posibles desprendimientos de rocas y material sobre la calzada.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 98
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 44

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24. Warning for roadworks

This traffic sign indicates a warning for roadworks. Construction or maintenance work is taking place on or beside the road. Reduce speed where necessary and be prepared for workers, machinery, temporary traffic signals, changed lane layouts or uneven road surfaces.

English • Traffic sign P-24 · family • Workers ahead. Warns of works, people or equipment on the road. Reduce speed and follow work-zone signs. The yellow drawing matches P-24 in the national 1999 catalogue and driving guide. For work-zone warning signs, Series 302 introduced in 2026 requires an orange background; this drawing does not reproduce that current colour.

Español • P-24 · familia • Hombres trabajando. Advierte trabajos y presencia de personas o equipos en la vía. Reduce la velocidad y sigue la señalización de la obra. El dibujo amarillo corresponde al P-24 del catálogo nacional de 1999 y de la guía de conducción. Para la señalización preventiva de obras, la Serie 302 incorporada en 2026 establece fondo naranja; este dibujo no reproduce ese color vigente.

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🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 97
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 44
🔗 Gub.uy • UNASEV, Guía nacional de conducción, PDF p. 127
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Serie 302, señalización preventiva de obras, PDF p. 9

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25. Warning for loose chippings on the road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for loose chippings. Loose stones or gravel may reduce tyre grip and can be thrown up by passing vehicles. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

English • Traffic sign P-28 • Loose gravel. Material may reduce grip and be thrown up by vehicles. Reduce speed and increase separation.

Español • P-28 • Gravilla. Advierte material suelto que puede reducir la adherencia y ser proyectado por los vehículos. Reduce la velocidad y aumenta la separación.

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🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 98
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 45

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26. Warning for a slippery road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a slippery road surface. The road ahead may provide reduced tyre grip because of water, ice, mud, oil or another surface condition. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

English • Traffic sign P-27 • Slippery surface. Avoid harsh braking or steering changes.

Español • P-27 • Pavimento resbaladizo. Advierte una superficie que puede resultar resbaladiza. Evita frenadas y cambios de dirección bruscos.

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🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 98
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 45

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27. Warning for a height restriction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a height restriction. The available clearance ahead is limited, for example at a bridge, tunnel or other overhead structure. Drivers of tall vehicles should check their vehicle height and use another route if the vehicle cannot pass safely.

English • Traffic sign P-36 • Height limit: 4.20 m. An obstacle limits clearance to 4.20 m. Check the vehicle's overall height including the load.

Español • P-36 • Altura limitada: 4,20 m. Advierte un obstáculo que limita la altura libre a 4,20 metros. Comprueba la altura total del vehículo y su carga.

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🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 99
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 47

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28. Warning for a width restriction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a width restriction. The available passage ahead is limited in width. Drivers of wide vehicles should check their vehicle width and use another route if the vehicle cannot pass safely.

English • Traffic sign P-37 • Width limit: 3 m. Warns of a passage with clearance limited to 3 m. Check total vehicle width.

Español • P-37 • Ancho limitado: 3 m. Advierte un paso con ancho libre limitado a 3 metros. Comprueba el ancho total del vehículo.

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🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 100
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 48

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29. Warning for a narrowing

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a narrowing ahead. The available road width decreases ahead. Reduce speed when necessary and be prepared for less lateral space between vehicles, obstacles or the road edge.

English • Traffic sign P-22 • Narrow bridge. The bridge is narrower than the approach carriageway. Reduce speed before entering.

Español • P-22 • Puente angosto. Advierte un puente más estrecho que la calzada de acceso. Reduce la velocidad antes de entrar.

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🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 97
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 43

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30. Warning for an obstacle, pass left or right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an obstacle where you have to pass left or right. It alerts drivers to a fixed obstacle in the roadway—such as a traffic island, bollard, or construction zone—where vehicles are permitted to pass on either side.

31. Warning for a divided road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a divided road. The road ahead separates into carriageways for opposing directions of traffic, usually divided by a central reservation or traffic island. Follow the lane markings and adjust your position to the new road layout.

English • Traffic sign P-41a • Divided road begins. Physical separation between opposing traffic streams begins.

Español • P-41a • Comienzo de camino dividido. Advierte el comienzo de una separación física entre los sentidos de circulación.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 100
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 48

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32. Warning for the end of a divided road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for the end of a divided road. The separation between opposing directions of traffic ends ahead, and oncoming traffic will no longer be divided by a central reservation. Reduce speed and adjust to the new road layout.

English • Traffic sign P-41b • Divided road ends. Physical separation between opposing traffic streams ends.

Español • P-41b • Fin de camino dividido. Advierte que termina la separación física entre los sentidos de circulación.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 100
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 49

Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Gobierno de Colombia • Public domain • Original revision 2017-09-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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33. Warning for an unpaved road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an unpaved road surface. The paved surface ends or changes to gravel, dirt or another loose material. Reduce speed and be prepared for reduced grip, uneven surfaces, dust and loose stones.

34. Warning for low-flying aircraft

This traffic sign indicates a warning for low-flying aircraft. Aircraft may pass over the road at low altitude and can create sudden noise or visual distraction. Keep your attention on the road and maintain control of the vehicle.

English • Traffic sign P-42 • Airport. Warns of a nearby airport and possible low-flying aircraft.

Español • P-42 • Aeropuerto. Advierte la proximidad de un aeropuerto y posibles aeronaves a baja altura.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 101
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 49

35. Warning for cattle on the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cattle. Cattle or other livestock may be crossing, walking along or standing near the road. Reduce speed, be prepared to stop and avoid sudden movements or unnecessary use of the horn that could startle the animals.

English • Traffic sign P-34 • Loose animals. Livestock may be on the road. Reduce speed and remain alert.

Español • P-34 • Animales sueltos. Advierte la posible presencia de ganado en la vía. Reduce la velocidad y mantente atento.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 99
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 47

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36. Warning for crossing deer

This traffic sign indicates a warning for crossing deer. Deer or other wild animals may enter the road unexpectedly, especially around dawn or dusk. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared for more than one animal to cross.

English • Traffic sign P-35 • Wild animals. Wild animals may be on the road.

Español • P-35 • Animales salvajes. Advierte la posible presencia de animales salvajes en la vía.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 99
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 47

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37. Warning for a playground

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a playground. Children may be playing close to the road and may enter or cross it unexpectedly. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared to stop.

English • Traffic sign P-33 • Children. Children may enter the carriageway. Reduce speed and take extra care.

Español • P-33 • Niños. Advierte un lugar donde pueden aparecer niños en la calzada. Reduce la velocidad y extrema la atención.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 99
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 46

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38. Warning for children

This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. Children may be present on or near the road and may cross unexpectedly. Reduce speed, scan both sides of the road carefully and be prepared to stop.

English • Traffic sign P-32 • Schoolchildren. Warns of a school area and possible pupil crossings.

Español • P-32 • Escolares. Advierte la proximidad de una zona escolar y posibles cruces de escolares.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 99
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 46

39. 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 P-29 • Cyclists. Cyclists may be on the road. Maintain a safe clearance.

Español • P-29 • Ciclistas. Advierte la posible presencia de ciclistas en la vía. Mantén una separación segura.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 98
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 45
🔗 Gub.uy • UNASEV, Guía nacional de conducción, PDF p. 127

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40. Warning for equestrians

This traffic sign indicates a warning for equestrians. Horse riders may be on or near the road ahead. Reduce speed, allow plenty of space and avoid unnecessary use of the horn or sudden movements that could startle a horse.

41. 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 P-30 • Agricultural machinery. Agricultural machinery may travel along or cross the road.

Español • P-30 • Maquinaria agrícola. Advierte la posible circulación o cruce de maquinaria agrícola.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 98
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 45

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42. Warning for trams

This traffic sign indicates a warning for trams. Tram tracks cross or run along the road ahead, and trams may enter the traffic path. Reduce speed, watch carefully for approaching trams and follow the applicable traffic signals, priority signs and local rules.

English • Traffic sign P-16 • Tram. Warns of a tram crossing or operating area. Watch tram movements.

Español • P-16 • Tranvía. Advierte un cruce o sector de circulación de tranvías. Presta atención a sus movimientos.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 96
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 41

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43. 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 P-38 • Level crossing without barriers. Reduce speed, check both directions and do not cross if a train approaches.

Español • P-38 • Paso a nivel sin barreras. Advierte un cruce ferroviario sin barreras. Reduce la velocidad, comprueba ambas direcciones y no cruces si se aproxima un tren.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 100
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 48

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44. 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 P-39 • Level crossing with barriers. Obey crossing signals and never pass while the barrier is closed or moving.

Español • P-39 • Paso a nivel con barrera. Advierte un cruce ferroviario provisto de barrera. Obedece las señales del cruce y nunca pases con la barrera cerrada o en movimiento.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 100
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 48
🔗 Gub.uy • UNASEV, Guía nacional de conducción, PDF p. 127

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45. 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.

English • Traffic sign P-40 • Crossbuck. Marks a railway level crossing. Give way to trains and check that you can cross safely.

Español • P-40 • Cruz de San Andrés. Señala la ubicación de un cruce ferroviario a nivel. Cede el paso a los trenes y comprueba que puedes cruzar con seguridad.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 100
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 48

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46. No entry

This traffic sign means no entry. Drivers may not enter from the direction in which the sign is placed.

English • Traffic sign UNASEV · annex • Wrong way. Do not enter from this side because traffic travels in the opposite direction.

Español • UNASEV · anexo • Contramano. Prohíbe entrar desde este lado de la vía porque el sentido de circulación es contrario al de tu aproximación.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • UNASEV, Guía nacional de conducción, PDF p. 125

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47. Access prohibited in both directions

This traffic sign indicates that drivers may not enter the road from either direction.

48. Pedestrians prohibited

This traffic sign indicates that pedestrians are prohibited. Pedestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

English • Traffic sign R-29 • No pedestrians. Pedestrian traffic is prohibited on the signed section.

Español • R-29 • No peatones. Prohíbe el tránsito de peatones en el tramo señalado.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 90
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 31

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49. Cyclists prohibited

This traffic sign indicates that cyclists are prohibited. Cyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

English • Traffic sign R-12 · family • No bicycles. Bicycle traffic is prohibited on the signed section. The R-12 family is identified. The drawing includes a rider; the national catalogue shows a bicycle without a rider.

Español • R-12 · familia • No bicicletas. Prohíbe el tránsito de bicicletas en el tramo señalado. Identificación de la familia R-12. El dibujo mostrado incluye un ciclista; el catálogo nacional representa una bicicleta sin conductor.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, Norma Uruguaya de Señalización Vertical, PDF p. 87
🔗 Gub.uy • MTOP, significado, PDF p. 23

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50. Motorcycles prohibited

This traffic sign indicates that motorcycles are prohibited. Motorcyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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