Sirens and Lights: Ensuring Safe Passage

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Today’s Three Seconds: Yielding for Emergency Vehicles

When the piercing sirens wail and the emergency lights paint the road in vibrant colors, it becomes paramount to swiftly react on the road, allowing these lifesaving vehicles to pass safely. Pulling over to the right side of the road and coming to a complete stop isn’t just a matter of obeying the law; it’s a moral responsibility that safeguards the well-being of everyone nearby. By yielding the right of way, you play a vital role in assisting these dedicated emergency responders in reaching their destination as quickly and safely as possible, particularly in critical, life-or-death situations. Always bear in mind that it’s more than just a rule; it’s a way to protect lives and ensure the safety of all road users.

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Today’s Three Seconds: Emergency Vehicles

3 Second StopWhen an emergency vehicle is approaching with its siren blaring and at least one red light flashing, you must pull over to the right and stop. Just remember to never stop in an intersection. If you are already in the intersection, continue through the intersection and drive to the right as soon as it is safe and stop. If the road is so full that you cannot pull to the right, then you should just stop where you are. The emergency vehicle will go around you.