A "No Stopping" sign means that vehicles are not allowed to stop at any time in the designated area for any reason, including parking, dropping off, picking up passengers, or waiting. The vehicle must keep moving while passing through the area marked by this sign. Violating a no stopping zone can lead to fines, points on the driving license, or towing of the vehicle. This sign is used in places where stopping could obstruct traffic flow, create safety hazards, or block emergency vehicle access. It is distinct from "No Parking" (where brief stops to load or unload may be allowed) and "No Standing" (where stopping to load or unload passengers may be allowed but waiting or parking is not).
Typically, no stopping zones are marked by signs with a red cross and may be accompanied by road markings such as double yellow lines or red lines in busy or dangerous areas. The sign usually indicates the beginning of the no stopping zone, and there will be an "End" sign marking where stopping is permitted again.
In summary, the no stopping sign prohibits any stopping of a vehicle in the marked zone, ensuring smooth traffic flow and safety on the road.
