After an emergency vehicle passes you with its siren on, you should:
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Proceed, but remain at least 500 feet behind the emergency vehicle.
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Wait until the emergency vehicle is out of sight before proceeding.
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Follow closely behind the emergency vehicle.
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Drive alongside the emergency vehicle.
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Explanation
When an emergency vehicle approaches with its siren and lights on, you must pull over to the right side of the road and come to a complete stop. Do not begin driving again until the emergency vehicle has passed completely and it is safe to do so. Once you resume driving, you must maintain a safe following distance - at least 500 feet - behind the emergency vehicle to avoid interfering with its response.
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