When you hear an emergency vehicle behind you, what is the recommended action if it is safe to do so?

• A. Stop immediately in your lane
• B. Move to the right edge and stop if safe; if in heavy traffic, proceed slowly and yield the way
• C. Speed up to create space
• D. Do nothing until it passes

Answer: (B)

The main idea is to give emergency vehicles a clear path by yielding the right of way. When you hear one behind you, move toward the right edge of the road and stop if it’s safe. This creates space for responders to pass quickly and reduces the risk of a collision with you or other drivers. If traffic is too heavy to pull all the way to the curb without causing danger, slow down and proceed with caution, continuing to yield the way until the vehicle has passed. Do not stop in the middle of a lane or speed up, as that would hinder the emergency vehicle’s passage. Once it has passed, re-enter traffic safely.