Why is the “Walking Person” light not long enough to cross the street before the “Flashing Hand” is displayed?
There is a common misunderstanding that the “Walking Person” should be displayed for the time required to cross a street. The purpose of the “Walking Person” light is to inform pedestrians when it is safe to cross the street. The pedestrian protection does not end when the “Flashing Hand” begins to flash. The “Flashing Hand” informs that pedestrians on the curb should not begin to cross the street. If you have already started crossing when the “Flashing Hand” is displayed, continue crossing, as sufficient time has been provided for you to clear the crosswalk .
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