What does a yellow buoy symbolize?

Answer by  wjgsert (403)

Yellow buoys are used to indicate many different things. Some of the uses are to denote military and professional sea plane racing zones. They are also used to indicate special areas like anchorage zones, fishing areas and dredging operations.Yellow buoys always indicate that it is a dangerous zone and should not be used by private craft.

Answer by  sashangeljaz (992)

If you see yellow buoys out in the water, they usually indicate a speed restriction zone for boats. They signal to boat drivers that they are to reduce their speed and go slowly. This is usually done in areas that are designated for swimmers and so that swimmers are not injured by speeding boats.