Traffic cones, also called
traffic pylons,
road cones,
highway cones,
safety cones,
witch's hat, or
construction cones, are usually
cone-shaped markers that are placed on roads or footpaths to temporarily redirect
traffic in a safe manner. They are often used to create separation or
merge lanes during
road construction projects or
automobile accidents, although heavier, more permanent markers or signs are used if the diversion is to stay in place for a long period of time.