#road cones

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One of several silly drawings left on a restaurant placemat today after I finished my lunch.

Apparently that place has a whole wall of the kitchen just COVERED with the drawings I've left there over the past few years...😅

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The Essential Guide to Traffic Cones: Uses, Benefits, and More

The traffic cone is a common sight in public areas, construction sites, and on our roads, playing a vital role in ensuring road safety. Traffic cones might seem straightforward, but they’re crucial for keeping safety and order in check, especially when managing risks or guiding people. We’ll explore the applications, benefits, and reasons traffic cones are essential for road safety in this post.

What Are Traffic Cones? Even though they look straightforward, the traffic cone is very helpful. Its vivid red, orange, or yellow colors are intended to grab attention. They are manufactured from sturdy plastic material  These bright colors grab attention even in dim light. To ensure your safety in all weather conditions, many cones additionally have reflective strips that allow them to light brilliantly at night or during bad weather conditions.

Primary Uses of Traffic Cones

1. Road Safety and Traffic Management: The most common application of traffic cones is traffic flow management, especially in regions undergoing renovation or construction. They are positioned to make lanes, direct traffic, and show where it is unsafe or forbidden to travel. Cones help vehicle redirection during roadwork or situations of emergency, protecting the safety of both drivers and people.

2. Construction Sites: On construction sites, cones are used to indicate dangerous places such as open pits, regions covered in trash, and areas where heavy machinery is being used. This protects pedestrians and employees from potential accidents.

3. Event Management: At public events, traffic cones are important because they help manage crowds, direct parking, and mark off restricted areas. Whether it’s a marathon, parade, or concert, these cones keep everything running smoothly and help ensure everyone has a great time.

4. School Zones and Pedestrian Safety: Traffic cones are commonly used in school zones to reduce traffic, mark crosswalks, and safeguard people crossing the street. They are also used to temporarily close roadways or parking lots for school functions.

Benefits of Using Traffic Cones

1. Enhanced Safety: The biggest advantage of traffic cones is how they make our surroundings safer. Whether in a busy city or a quiet neighborhood, they help keep everyone out of harm’s way.

2. High Visibility: The traffic cone is easily identifiable even from a distance because of its brightly colored and reflective strips. this visibility is essential for attracting the attention of workers, pedestrians, and cars and promoting everyone’s safety.

3. Versatility: Traffic cones are amazingly flexible. They work just as well on busy highways as they do in quiet school zones. Plus, they’re easy to shift around or adjust whenever you need to.

4. Cost-Effective: Traffic cones are a budget-friendly option compared to other traffic control devices. They provide an effective way to manage traffic and keep everyone safe while eliminating the need for more expensive, complicated equipment. Their simplicity and low cost make them a smart choice for many situations.

5. Durability: The traffic cone is designed to withstand the elements and tough conditions; moreover, they are made from durable materials that endure heavy impacts and extensive use. Their robust construction ensures they hold up over time, offering great value and longevity for businesses and communities alike.

6. Easy Deployment: traffic cones are lightweight and incredibly simple to assemble. They can be rapidly put or taken out by one person, which makes them ideal for addressing emergencies or temporary traffic management. They are a go-to tool when you need to respond quickly due to their ease of usage.

Conclusion Traffic cones might look simple, but their role in safety is huge. These brightly colored markers are key to keeping things in order—whether it’s guiding traffic, protecting workers, or ensuring pedestrians stay safe. “Swift offers premium quality Traffic Cones that ensure safety and durability. Our cones are crafted with high-grade materials, designed to withstand harsh conditions while providing maximum visibility on roads and construction sites.

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Ok, I'm burnt out, pretty grumpy, and having a really hard time, so I'll be turning asks off for awhile. Posting will be more sporadic. I know I don't have to announce things like this, I figure I'll let people know so they don't think I'm ignoring them or anything. I'm just having a shit time, y'all.

Take care, everyone.

[anne-is-ominous]

An even more belated Phoenix Reignited 2.20: The Most Wonderful Time

I. Suck.

This was supposed to be Thursday's chapter, and I'm only an hour away from not getting it posted in time for Saturday's release window. The last few weeks have continued to be amazingly hectic - the last few days in particular - but it has been amazingly good stuff. My life has been turning for the better in almost every conceivable way - and it's just been eating up a lot of time to do it.

With the Bad Times in October through December eating through all of my chapter backlog, and things still being insanely busy here in Anneworld, it hasn't been a great time to need to write whole-cloth chapters weekly for Book XIII and a four-chapter, fifteen thousand word brand-new arc for Book II of Reignited simultaneously. That arc now concludes, and I am so very proud of it. As soon as I get this chapter posted, I'm going to grab a quick bite and set about reigniting the chapter that was supposed to come out today, and with any luck, get that out either tonight or in the morning as well to get back on track.

It's becoming clear to me that at some point soon - the most logical point being the end of Reignited book II in a few more chapters - I'm going to need to pause for a few days to catch my breath and rebuild a backlog. I didn't want to have to do that, but when I set this schedule - and the even more ambitious one I've already scaled back from - I was not counting on the total and complete life upheaval I have experienced since October. Things are good now - better than I can recall them ever being - but I am just now starting to clear away the debris of the stability I had to bulldoze to create space for something new and improved, and thinking about what new palace is going up in its place. It's exciting, and terrifying, and very, very time-consuming.

Anyway. Enough rambling. Enjoy some belated Christmas fluff! I'm so sorry again for the delay, I appreciate everyone who has reached out with support (and insistence that I should look out for myself first and the story second, if that), and I promise I'm evaluating ways to do this that I can reliably deliver without continuing to fry my brain six ways from Sunday. I love you all, my wonderful Firebirds.

~ Anne

Ranko beamed, stealing a quick, victorious glance at Ayako. Toldja she’d like it. “Well, I thought, you keep dropping your Game Boy in the bar, and one of these days, it’s gonna break if you don’t have something better than your purse to carry it in.”

With an emphatic nod that sent the red bows in her long blue pigtails bobbing, Mei reached for the shabby yellow cloth drawstring bag that served as her daily driver purse. “I mean, this is the third one I’ve had as it is, so, you’re totally right!” She pulled the grayish device from her purse, tucking it into the padded main compartment before beginning to connect the periwinkle plastic clips of the shoulder strap to the matching loops on either side of the bag.

“At least she only cracked the screen on the second one,” Izumi said, giggling as she sidled back to her spot on the couch between her boyfriend and son, handing Kaito a disposable plastic cup full of eggnog that smelled strongly of cinnamon and rum. “The first one ended up in the freakin’ fryer.”

“Proof,” Yui said with a grin at Mei, “that not everything is better deep-fried. Most things, I’ll grant, but…”

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First full color drawing of the new year! And of course, it's Yogurt Snails. 😅

During my chalk snailings of various towns, I sometimes accidentally used a piece of pinkish chalk rather than the orange or yellow I had meant to use for the snail's body… and found out that it actually kinda worked!

So, as of this drawing, Yogurt Snails can be pinkish in color now too, in addition to the yellow-to-orange range that I had previously drawn them in.

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The Importance of Proper Traffic Cone Placement and Usage

More than just red cones used to mark work sites, traffic cones are essential instruments for managing traffic, ensuring security, and warning automobiles of possible dangers. However, their usefulness is largely dependent on where and how they are used in different situations. We will discuss the value of proper placement of traffic cones and how they make places of work and roadways safer in this article.

Understanding the Functions of Cones: Traffic cones are used for a variety of functions, such as indicating potential risks ahead, defining lanes, and directing vehicles around obstructions. They contribute to overall traffic management and accident avoidance by being extremely visible, particularly in low light because of their reflecting qualities and vivid color.

Proper Placement Guidelines

Spacing: It is important to place traffic cones evenly apart so that cars have a clear and constant path. The individual scenario and the speed restriction on the road will determine how far apart the cones are spaced.

Height: Cones should be tall enough to be easily seen by motorists but not so tall that they obstruct visibility.

Visibility: Place cones in locations where they are most visible to approaching drivers, especially around curves, bends, or areas with limited visibility.

Uniformity: Maintain uniformity in cone placement to avoid confusion among drivers. Consistent spacing and alignment help reinforce traffic patterns and reduce the risk of accidents.

Clear Communication: Use cones in conjunction with signs, signals, and flaggers to convey clear instructions to drivers about lane closures, detours, or other changes in traffic patterns.

Scenarios and Best Practices:

Construction Zones: When setting up cones in construction zones, create a buffer space between workers and passing traffic. Use cones to define work areas, and lane closures, and redirect traffic safely.

Accident Scenes: Cones should be quickly set up around accident scenes to warn of oncoming traffic and provide a secure area for emergencies. Road Maintenance: Cones should be utilized to indicate work zones and steer drivers away from possible dangers during road maintenance activities like pothole repair etc. Special Events: Cones should be properly placed to mark pedestrian pathways, parking places, and road closures for parades, races, or festivals. Benefits of Proper Cone Usage:

Enhanced Safety: Traffic cones that are properly positioned can assist in avoiding accidents by directing vehicles away from risks and alerting them to changes in traffic patterns

Improved Traffic Flow: Clear and consistent cone placement promotes smooth traffic flow, reducing jams and accidents. Reduced Liability: By adhering to established guidelines for cone placement, organizations mitigate the risk of accidents and potential legal liabilities. Enhanced Visibility: reflective traffic cones improve overall road safety by increasing visibility, it is especially beneficial in low light and bad weather like rainy.

Conclusion To maintain safety and order on roads, highways, and construction zones, traffic cones are important. Through understanding the importance of proper placement and use in diverse situations, we may effectively use these simple yet effective instruments to improve traffic regulation, reduce accidents, and ensure the security of both drivers and laborers. Never forget that the primary goal of placing cones properly is not only to direct traffic but also to save lives.

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Cone and cat

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Bus stop

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Road cone lamps from Stray

(tagging @laughingpinecone for obvious reasons)

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Visited New York for the weekend from Florida and my main take away is that I need Disney to please lobby Florida to build monorails everywhere