What should you do when an emergency vehicle is approaching from behind with sirens on?

• A. Speed up to clear the lane
• B. Move to the left lane and stop
• C. Yield by pulling to the right side of the road
• D. Stop where you are

Answer: (C)

When an emergency vehicle is behind you with sirens on, your goal is to give it a clear path as quickly and safely as possible. The best action is to move to the right side of the road and pull over to stop if needed. This creates an open lane for the emergency responders to pass, which helps them reach their destination faster and reduces the chance of a collision with your vehicle.

Do this calmly: signal your intention, check for other traffic or pedestrians, and guide your car smoothly toward the right edge. If you’re on a multi-lane road, stay in or move to the rightmost lane and come to a stop out of the travel lane. If you’re on a one-way street, pull over toward the curb on the right. Avoid speeding up or attempting to race ahead by switching lanes to the left; those actions only delay the emergency vehicle and can create hazards. After the vehicle passes, proceed with caution.