hätävilkkuun

Hätävilkku, also known as hazard lights or emergency flashers, is a safety feature found on most vehicles. It consists of two pairs of amber or red lights that flash simultaneously and alternately. The purpose of hätävilkku is to warn other road users of a potential hazard or an emergency situation.

Hätävilkku is typically activated by a separate button, often marked with a red triangle. This button is usually located on the dashboard or center console, making it easily accessible to the driver. When activated, all four turn signal lights on the vehicle flash in unison, at a faster rate than normal turn signals.

The primary use of hätävilkku is to indicate that a vehicle is stopped or moving slowly in a dangerous location, such as on the side of a highway, in a tunnel, or during adverse weather conditions like fog, heavy rain, or snow. It can also be used to signal distress or a breakdown. Some drivers may also use hätävilkku to alert other drivers of a sudden hazard ahead, such as a traffic jam or an accident.

It is important to use hätävilkku responsibly and only when necessary. Prolonged or unnecessary use can be distracting to other drivers or may be mistaken for normal turn signals. Regulations regarding the use of hätävilkku may vary by country and region.