Road narrows sign: what does it mean?

Discover the Road narrows sign.

Meaning, definition, shape, location, color, and more.

The road narrows sign is a warning sign. Road narrows signs indicate that the road ahead will not be as wide as the road you’re currently on. This sign is a warning of upcoming potential hazards but no immediate action is required.

Shape: Diamond

A diamond with black line icons in the center.

Location: Before a narrow stretch of road

Road narrows signs are posted before a section of narrow road.

Color: Yellow and black

Yellow background with black border and black line icons. Some variations have a yellow background and black words that say “ROAD NARROWS.”

Real-life examples

Road narrows signs in the wild

Things To Remember

Road narrows signs warn about a narrow stretch of road ahead.
Drivers don't need to take immediate action but should proceed with some caution.
Some road narrows signs have black line icons to indicate the road narrowing while others have words that say "ROAD NARROWS."

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