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SignalizationPoles and Other Non-Signs
Normal Curves
White poles generally line a curve to help you see where it is going. In regions with lots of snow, the top of the poles could be red. |
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Dangerous Curves
Blue/white chevrons pointed in the direction of the turn usually indicate a dangerous curve. Could also indicate that a lane is disappearing and you need to merge immediately. Curve is 'virage' in French. |
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Delineators
White poles with diagonal black stripes and a reflector might be placed alongside the road to show you where the edge of the road is. They will be placed some distance off the road, and not right next to it. |
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Intersections
Intersections might be marked with a white pole with a red stripe. This makes them more visible from a distance, especially when they occur on curves (where there will be other white poles). |
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Train Crossings
In addition to any other signs, train crossings might be marked with a series of white poles with 1, 2 or 3 red stripes. They count down from 3 stripes to 1 as you approach the crossing to give you some warning. See the section on TRAIN CROSSING SIGNS for more info. |
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Traffic Islands
Small traffic islands will be marked with a square blue sign with a white arrow indicating which direction to go to avoid the island. |
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Divergence of Lanes
When lanes diverge, there should be a green signs with white arrows telling you to go one way or the other (i.e., not down the center). Generally, this is seen on highways and autoroutes at exits. |
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Windsocks
In areas where strong winds can occur, there may be a windsock to tell you the strength and direction of the wind. A windsock is called "manche à air" in French. |
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