A regulatory buoy with a diamond symbol indicates a "danger" or "hazard" area in the water. It serves to warn mariners of potential hazards such as underwater obstructions, rocks, or areas where navigation should be avoided for safety reasons. Boaters are advised to exercise caution and steer clear of these designated areas.
A diamond on a buoy means danger or warning. If the diamond on the regulatory buoy is open, it's a warning. It may indicate the presence of a rock, dam, wreck or other danger. Usually, the danger present is indicated under the diamond. If the diamond on the regulatory buoy is crossed, it means you should not enter. It may be a swimming area (which would be a "do not enter" area for boats), rapids, or some other danger.
A diamond on a buoy means danger or warning. If the diamond on the regulatory buoy is open, it's a warning. It may indicate the presence of a rock, dam, wreck or other danger. Usually, the danger present is indicated under the diamond. If the diamond on the regulatory buoy is crossed, it means you should not enter. It may be a swimming area (which would be a "do not enter" area for boats), rapids, or some other danger.
A white buoy with an orange crossed diamond symbol indicates an obstruction in the water, such as a rock or a wreck. This buoy signals boaters to proceed with caution and to avoid the area marked by the buoy to ensure safety. It is important for navigators to be aware of such markers to prevent accidents.
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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 referred to in the US as Cardinal buoys/Regulatory marks and are used to regulate certain areas. Regulatory buoys are white, with two orange horizontally orange stripes. Between the stripes you'll find either an Orange circle or diamond. The diamond is conveying a warning. It could be a rock, a submerged object, shoal, wreckage or other danger. The black lettering underneath will usually indicate the danger.
They are referred to in the US as Cardinal buoys/Regulatory marks and are used to regulate certain areas. Regulatory buoys are white, with two orange horizontally orange stripes. Between the stripes you'll find either an Orange circle or diamond. The diamond is conveying a warning. It could be a rock, a submerged object, shoal, wreckage or other danger. The black lettering underneath will usually indicate the danger.
They are referred to in the US as Cardinal buoys/Regulatory marks and are used to regulate certain areas. Regulatory buoys are white, with two orange horizontally orange stripes. Between the stripes you'll find either an Orange circle or diamond. The diamond is conveying a warning. It could be a rock, a submerged object, shoal, wreckage or other danger. The black lettering underneath will usually indicate the danger.
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.
Keep out: A diamond shape with a cross means boats must stay 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.
A white buoy with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering indicates a "danger" zone. This signifies that there are hazards in the area, such as rocks, wrecks, or other dangers that could pose a risk to navigation or safety. Boaters should exercise caution and avoid the area marked by this buoy.
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