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Yellow diamond with a black border and three lines of black text reading GUSTY WINDS AREA.
MUTCD
W8-21
Category
warning
Color
yellow
Shape
diamond
National · MUTCD Sign Reference

Gusty Winds Area

Strong, sudden crosswinds may affect vehicle handling along this stretch of road.

Posted on bridges, mountain passes, open-plains highways, and other corridors where crosswinds are common, this warning alerts drivers (especially those in high-profile vehicles, with trailers, or on motorcycles) to expect sudden lateral pushes. Slow down, hold the wheel firmly with both hands, and allow extra room for vehicles that may be blown off course.

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Source

FHWA SHSM Interim — W8-21 (https://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/shsm_interim/zip_files/w08_21.zip) (Public domain (FHWA))

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