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When approached by an emergency vehicle using sirens and or flashing lights who moves?
When approached by an emergency vehicle using sirens and flashing lights, all vehicles are generally required to yield the right of way. This typically means pulling over to the side of the road and stopping to allow the emergency vehicle to pass safely. In many jurisdictions, pedestrians should also be cautious and clear the way for the emergency vehicle. Always follow local laws and regulations regarding yielding to emergency vehicles.
What else can I help you with?
When is a wrecker considered to be an emergency vehicle?
A wrecker is considered to be an emergency vehicle when it's emergency lights are flashing. Under normal circumstances a wreckers lights are not flashing it is just a truck or service vehicle.
What do you do when you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights ahead?
Slow down, assess the situation and give the emergency vehicle plenty of room.
What type of emergency vehicle is fitted with green flashing lights?
In Ontario, green flashing lights are used by Volunteer Fire Fighters responding to a call. Please pull over to let them by.
Drivers approaching an emergency vehicle must?
Stay 500 feet behind it if it's lights are flashing (in the U.S.)
When approaching or being approached by an emergency vehicle with its siren and or lights on?
all traffic, in either direction, must slow down, pull to the right of the road, and stop until the emergency vehicle passes
What should you do if you are driving and see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you?
If you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights behind you while driving, you should safely pull over to the right side of the road and come to a complete stop. This allows the emergency vehicle to pass quickly and safely. Remain alert and wait until the emergency vehicle has passed before merging back into traffic. Always follow local laws and regulations regarding yielding to emergency vehicles.
When approaching or being approached by an emergency vehicle with its siren and or lights on you must?
When approaching or being approached by an emergency vehicle with its siren and/or lights on, you must yield the right of way. If you're driving, pull over to the side of the road and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed. If you are in a situation where you cannot pull over, slow down and remain alert to ensure the safety of all involved. Always prioritize the safety of emergency responders and others on the road.
If you can see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights ahead?
Turn on your flashers to help the emergency vehicle. If the emergency vehicle is moving and has a siren running, pull over to the side of the road.
What type of vehicles can use flashing lights?
Every vehicle has the ability to turn on flashing lights. Most commonly, police cars, ambulances and fire trucks employ flashing lights as a warning to other drivers of an emergency. A normal motorist can emgage their flashers in case they are pulled off the road in an emergency or going below the speed limit.
Is it unlawful not to yield the right of way to an ambulance?
Yes. You are required to yield to any emergency vehicle with active emergency indicators (flashing lights, sirens, etc).
When approaching or being approached by an emergency vehicle with its siren andor lights on?
all traffic, in either direction, must slow down, pull to the right of the road, and stop until the emergency vehicle passes
When you see the flashing lights of an emergency vehicle in your rear view mirror should you speed up to prevent delaying it?
No, you should not speed up when you see the flashing lights of an emergency vehicle in your rearview mirror. Instead, you should safely pull over to the side of the road and stop to allow the emergency vehicle to pass. Speeding up can create dangerous situations and impede the emergency response. Always prioritize safety for yourself and others on the road.
