Q #276 - What's the reason for the area marked in red and white along the centre of this road?
Areas of 'hatched markings' such as these separate traffic streams that could be a danger to each other. They're often seen on bends or where the road becomes narrow. If the area is bordered by a solid white line, you mustn't enter it except in an emergency.
| It separates traffic flowing in opposite directions | |
| It marks an area to be used by overtaking motorcyclists | |
| It's a temporary marking to warn of the roadworks | |
| It separates the two sides of the dual carriageway |
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