What do amber lights on a level crossing mean?
What do amber lights on a level crossing mean? The amber light coming on means you should stop. Don't stop if you've already crossed the line though – it's unsafe to come to a halt on the crossing itself. You must stop if the red lights flash. This means the train is about to arrive.
What does a flashing amber light mean at a crossing?
As a driver, you MUST give way to any pedestrians on the crossing, when the amber light is flashing. If the amber light is flashing and there are no pedestrians on the crossing, you may proceed with caution. After the lights start flashing, watch out for people making a last-minute dash.