(A) Whenever an illuminated flashing red or yellow signal is used in a traffic sign or signal, it shall require obedience by vehicular traffic as follows:
(1) “Walk.” Pedestrians facing such signal may proceed across the roadway in the direction of the signal, and shall be given the right-of-way by the drivers of all vehicles; and
(2) “Wait,” or “Don’t Walk.” No pedestrian shall start to cross the roadway in the direction of such signal, but any pedestrian who has partially completed his or her crossing on the “Walk” signal shall proceed to a sidewalk or safety island while the “Wait” signal is showing.
(B) Whenever an illuminated flashing red or yellow signal is used in a traffic sign or signal, it shall require obedience by vehicular traffic as follows (This division (B) shall not apply at railroad grade crossings):
(1) Flashing red (stop signal). When a red lens is illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes, drivers of vehicles shall stop before entering the nearest crosswalk at an intersection or at a limit line when marked, or, if none, than before entering the intersection. The right to proceed shall be subject to the rules applicable after making a stop at a stop sign; and
(2) Flashing yellow (caution signal). When a yellow lens is illuminated with rapid intermittent flashes, drivers of vehicles may proceed through the intersection or past such signal only with caution.
(Prior Code, § 15-207) Penalty, see § 70.99