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Sharing the Road With Other Vehicles

Vehicles With Hazardous Loads

Diamond shaped signs mean that the load on the truck is potentially dangerous (gas, explosives, etc.). CHP or fire department officers know what to do if the load is accidentally spilled. Vehicles which display these signs, are required to stop before crossing railroad tracks.

Signs indicating different types of hazardous loads

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