HAWK signals operate like traffic signals and are activated with the push button which causes the signal to change to red and stop traffic, allowing pedestrians to cross the street. HAWK is an acronym for high-intensity activated crosswalk beacon also known as a pedestrian hybrid beacon. Its purpose is to increase pedestrian safety by providing protected pedestrian crossings to stop vehicular traffic as needed.

SIGNAL LOCATIONS

State Route 104 north of Pine St.
State Route 524 at 84th Ave. W.
Highway 99 north of 234th St. (coming in August 2023)

HOW IT WORKS

The signal remains dark until activated by a pedestrian or a cyclist
When activated, the signal goes through a series of yellow and red sequences
This requires vehicles to complete a full stop on a solid red light while pedestrians cross
The signal concludes with a flashing red sequence, where vehicles are required to stop and proceed with caution if no pedestrians are present.

HAWK Signal instructions

City of Edmonds - Washington

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