Must-Know

What must you do when you hear a siren or see red flashing lights from an ambulance or fire engine?

What must you do when you hear a siren or see red flashing lights from an ambulance or fire engine?undefined
If they're behind you speed up so you're not holding them up
Stop quickly where you are
Slow down and pull over to allow them to pass. Stop if necessary
Drive up onto the footpath

Emergency vehicles, when activating their sirens and flashing lights, must be given unconditional right of way by other vehicles. When yielding, ensure the safety of yourself and other vehicles, avoiding sudden braking or driving onto the shoulder. Instead of taking unnecessary actions, reduce speed appropriately and move as far to the side of the road as possible to allow them to pass.