Slippery when wet ahead (CW8-5) road sign (MUTCD CW8-5)
MUTCD CW8-5

Slippery when wet ahead (CW8-5) Road Sign

What this sign means

Warns that the road ahead becomes slippery when wet. Reduce speed in rain or damp conditions and avoid sudden braking or steering.

Sign group
W8 series Pavement and roadway conditions
MUTCD code
CW8-5
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