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Fire Station: What It Means & What To Do

Fire Station (W11-8) - diamond yellow with black warning sign: A fire station is nearby
MUTCD CodeW11-8
CategoryWarning Signs
ShapeDiamond
ColorYellow with black

What Does the Fire Station Mean?

A fire station is nearby. Watch for fire trucks entering the road.

About This Sign

Emergency vehicles may enter the roadway suddenly. Always yield to fire trucks with lights and sirens.

Where you will see it

You see this sign near a fire station, where fire trucks may pull out onto the road quickly and with little notice.

What to do

  • Slow down and watch for fire trucks leaving the station.
  • Yield to fire trucks that have lights and sirens on.
  • Expect fire trucks to enter the road suddenly.

A common mistake

Drivers sometimes keep going because they are not sure where the truck is headed. Emergency vehicles may enter the road suddenly, so yield whenever you see lights and hear sirens.

What to remember for the test

Remember this sign warns that a fire station is nearby. The rule to carry over: always yield to fire trucks using lights and sirens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Fire Station mean?

A fire station is nearby. Watch for fire trucks entering the road.

What shape and color is the Fire Station?

The Fire Station uses the Diamond shape and Yellow with black coloring.

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