Tag:emergency=helisign

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emergency = helisign
Description
Text markings used to identify ground features from the air.
Group: emergencies
Used on these elements
may be used on nodesshould not be used on waysmay be used on areas (and multipolygon relations)should not be used on relations (except multipolygon relations)
Useful combination
Status: in use

Text markings installed primarily with disasters in mind, intended to make the name of a ground building recognizable from the air.

The markings are generally painted on the rooftops of buildings that serve as important disaster‑prevention hubs (such as government offices, evacuation centers, fire stations, and police facilities).

Tags used in combination

See also

  • emergency=access_point – A feature used to indicate one’s location in an emergency; intended for recognition at ground level.