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A white buoy with orange bands and an orange diamond is a hazard buoy. Watch out for shoals, rocks, fallen trees, construction, or other hazards.
They are used to mark an anchorage.
They are used to mark an anchorage.
the blue strips mean the two oceans the pacific and the Atlantic . and the white strip means a peaceful country with white skies and heart.
The orange-square buoys give information or directions.
The orange-square buoys give information or directions.
The red and white stripes on a racetrack are rumble strips. Rumble strips are for safety and help racers know when a curve is coming up on the track.
Do not pass between the buoy and the shore
A white marker with red vertical stripes mean unobstructed waters. okay to pass on either side of channel.
A white buoy with an orange marking most likely indicates that you should proceed through the area with caution. The buoy often marks rapids, rocks, or sandbars. A diamond shape with a cross means boats must keep out. A buoy or sign may show only the symbol or may also indicate Swim Area, Beach, Keep Out, No Boats, Closed Area, Dam, etc.
Danger.
A yellow buoy in the water means caution. They can mean there is danger of pipes, dredge lines or other dangers.