What is the proper action when an emergency vehicle with sirens approaches from behind?

• A. Pull over to the right edge of the road and stop until it passes
• B. Speed up to stay ahead of it
• C. Do not change position and continue
• D. Turn into a parallel lane and stop

Answer: (A)

When an emergency vehicle with sirens approaches from behind, you must yield the roadway by moving to the right edge and stopping. This creates a clear path for the responder to reach the scene quickly and safely, reducing the chance of blocking or delaying them. Do not try to outrun it by speeding up or stay in your lane without moving; that just blocks the vehicle and wastes valuable seconds. If it’s safe to do so, signal and ease over to the right and come to a stop until the emergency vehicle passes, then resume driving with caution. On multi-lane roads, aim for the far right lane or edge whenever possible, and avoid stopping in intersections or other hazards. The key idea is giving space and time for the emergency vehicle to proceed.