Virginia law requires commercial motor vehicle operators to activate hazard warning signals and place three red reflectorized warning devices within 10 minutes of stopping, except in certain city areas. The warning devices must be strategically positioned to alert approaching traffic, especially near curves or hills. These measures aim to enhance safety for stopped vehicles on the roadway.
The driver must activate hazard warning flashers immediately and place three red reflectorized triangular warning devices within 10 minutes.
One device should be placed in the center of the lane or shoulder occupied by the vehicle, and the other two should be at least 100 feet away in opposite directions, with one near the traffic side not closer than 10 feet from the vehicle.
Yes, within city limits, the placement of warning devices is not required during certain lighting conditions or specific circumstances.
Hazard flashers must continue flashing until the three warning devices are properly placed on the roadway.