Warning sign

Gate sign

Afrikaans: Hek teken

What it means

To warn that there is a gate or boom across the road ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop should the gates be closing or are closed.

Om te waarsku dat daar 'n hek of boom oor die pad vorentoe is. Verminder spoed en wees gereed om te stop indien die hekke besig is om te sluit of gesluit is.

Where you’ll see it

At a railway crossing or roadway ahead.

By 'n spoorwegoorgang of rybaan vorentoe.

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