SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development would like to remind the traveling public that several projects remain underway to upgrade traffic signals across the northwest region to include the flashing yellow left turn arrows (FYA).
Flashing Yellow Left Turn Arrows Phases 1, 2, & 3 are currently under construction, and include signal upgrades in Caddo, Bossier, Claiborne, DeSoto, Red River & Webster Parishes.
It is important to understand how to navigate an intersection that features a flashing yellow left turn arrow. The FYA are in addition to the traditional red, yellow and green signals.
HOW THE SIGNALS OPERATE:
When illuminated, the flashing yellow arrow allows waiting motorists to perform a left-hand turn after yielding to oncoming traffic. Oncoming traffic has a green light, so drivers must wait for a safe gap in the oncoming traffic before turning.
Flashing yellow arrow signals provide more opportunities for motorists to make a left-hand turn and reduce delays when traffic is light.
Motorists will eventually encounter the new flashing yellow arrows on all state-maintained traffic signals across Louisiana where a protected left turn already exists, as part of a federal standard for implementation of the signals.
WATCH THE SIGNALS IN ACTION:
Click here to watch a video explaining exactly how to maneuver through the intersection when you encounter a flashing yellow left turn arrow.
READ MORE ABOUT THE SIGNALS:
Do you want to know more background on why the signals are being installed? Click here for additional information and explanatory graphics on the FYA.
Contact information:
Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
Shreveport-Bossier District
(318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov