Revision question · Incidents, accidents and emergencies

You're going through a long tunnel. What will warn you of congestion or an incident ahead?

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Hazard warning lines

Other drivers flashing their lights

Variable message signs

Areas with hatch markings

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Variable message signsThis was the right answer

Follow the instructions given by the signs or by tunnel officials. In congested tunnels, a minor incident can soon turn into a major one, with serious or even fatal results.

Reviewed reading for this question

Visibility, space and breakdowns in tunnelsReviewed guidance summary · DVSA directs tunnel users to approach and gantry information; DfT names and explains the variable-message technology.Electronic information about changing hazardsReviewed guidance summary · DVSA directs tunnel users to approach and gantry information; DfT names and explains the variable-message technology.

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