Which action should you take when an emergency vehicle with sirens approaches from behind you?

• A. Speed up to stay ahead of the vehicle.
• B. Move to the right edge or pull over safely and remain stopped until the emergency vehicle passes.
• C. Stay in place and let it pass behind you.
• D. Stop in the middle of the road.

Answer: (B)

When an emergency vehicle with sirens approaches from behind, the priority is to create a clear path for it to pass safely and quickly. The best action is to move to the right edge of the road or pull over to a safe spot and come to a stop until the emergency vehicle has passed. This gives the responders room to maneuver and prevents you from blocking their route, which could delay help or create a danger for you and others.

Do this as soon as you can safely: signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and steer smoothly toward the right edge or a safe side area. After the vehicle passes, wait until it is fully clear and it’s safe to re-enter traffic.

Rushing ahead or stopping abruptly in the middle of the road would obstruct the emergency vehicle and hinder its work, which is why those options aren’t appropriate. If traffic is dense, still aim to move over as far as safely possible to let the vehicle pass.