What should you do when you hear or see an emergency vehicle approaching?

• A. Stop immediately in your lane.
• B. Accelerate to get out of the way.
• C. Continue at the same speed.
• D. Move to a safe lane, slow down, and yield; do not block intersections or stop abruptly.

Answer: (D)

When an emergency vehicle is approaching, the essential action is to yield by pulling over to a safe lane, slowing down, and letting it pass. This creates a clear, unobstructed path for responders so they can reach the scene quickly and safely, which dramatically reduces the risk of crashes and delays. Stopping abruptly in your lane or speeding up to try to outrun the vehicle would create new hazards and block the emergency vehicle. If traffic prevents moving to the right, slow to a safe speed and proceed with caution until you can safely pull over, and make sure you aren’t blocking intersections. After the vehicle passes, check for pedestrians and traffic, then re-enter traffic safely.