What is the proper response to a traffic signal displaying a flashing yellow light?

A flashing yellow light indicates that drivers should proceed with caution. It is a warning signal that means you need to be alert and ready to yield to other vehicles or pedestrians that may be in the intersection or crossing the road. When you see a flashing yellow light, it's important to reduce your speed and assess the situation before continuing. This allows for safe navigation through the intersection while still allowing traffic to flow.

In contrast, stopping immediately would be inappropriate as it could lead to confusion and potential accidents, particularly for vehicles behind you. Speeding up to clear the intersection is unsafe because it might prevent an assessment of other road users' actions, increasing the risk of collisions. Ignoring the flashing yellow light and proceeding normally undermines the warning it's designed to convey, which puts everyone on the road at risk.