What are you required to do when the signal in the picture displays a flashing red light?

1. Correct answer: Always stop before the level crossing, and don’t continue driving until the flashing stops.
2. You may continue driving straight carefully after stopping first.
3. Proceed – it is permitted to drive straight when the road is clear.
4. Drive slowly while passing the crossing.

WhyFlashing red lights before a crossing require you to stay stopped as long as they flash. Even after stopping you may not go.