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The following are International Signal Flags

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I have a diver down; keep well clear at slow speed
I am taking in; discharging; carrying dangerous goods
Yes
Keep clear of me; I am manoeuvering with difficulty
I am altering my course to starboard
A
B
C
D
E
I am disabled; communicate with me
I require a pilot; on Fishing vessels: I am hauling nets
I have a pilot on board
I am altering my course to port
I am on fire with dangerous cargo on board; Keep clear
F
G
H
I
J
I wish to communicate with you
You should stop your vessel instantly
My vessel is stopped - not making way through water
Man overboard
K
L
M
N
O
In Harbour; all persons should report on board as the vessel is about to proceed to sea
My vessel is healthy and I request free pratique
I am operating astern
Keep clear of me; I am engaged in pair trawling
P
Q
R
S
T
You are running into danger
I require Assistance
I require medical assistance
Stop carring out your intentions - watch my signal
I am dragging my anchor
U
V
W
X
Y
I require a tug. on Fishing vessel; I am shooting nets
Z
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
 

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