What is a Left-Turn Waiting Area?

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A left-turn waiting area is designated for vehicles preparing to make a left turn. It spans from the original vehicle stop line to the center of the road, with a slight curve at the end. Roads implementing left-turn waiting areas are typically one-way streets with three or more lanes. Below are additional details: 1. When both straight and left-turn signals are red: Left-turning vehicles must not enter the waiting area and should queue behind the stop line until permitted. 2. When the straight signal in the same direction turns green (while the left-turn signal remains red): Left-turning vehicles should enter the waiting area in order and wait to turn left. When the left-turn signal subsequently turns green, vehicles in the waiting area should proceed left through the intersection in sequence. 3. When the left-turn signal is red (or yellow): Left-turning vehicles that have not entered the waiting area must stop behind the stop line and wait, refraining from entering the waiting area. Vehicles already in the waiting area should continue to turn left through the intersection without stopping, ensuring smooth traffic flow.