Slippery when wet ahead (W8-5) road sign (MUTCD W8-5)
MUTCD W8-5

Slippery when wet ahead (W8-5) Road Sign

What this sign means

Warns that the road ahead becomes slippery when wet. Slow down in rain and avoid abrupt braking, steering, or acceleration.

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