If you come to an intersection which has a flashing red light, it means:
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The intersection ahead is clear.
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You should slow down and prepare to stop when the light turns red.
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You should behave as if there was a red light.
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You must come to a complete stop and yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians.
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Explanation
If a traffic signal is displaying a flashing red light, you must come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way to any vehicles and pedestrians in the intersection. You may proceed when the way is clear. At a railroad crossing, a flashing red light means you must stop completely, even if no train is visible.
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