After an emergency vehicle using its siren and flashing lights passes you, when is it safe to proceed?
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You may proceed as soon as the vehicle has passed you.
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You may proceed as soon as its siren is turned off.
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You may proceed once the vehicle is approximately 500 feet ahead of you.
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You must wait until the vehicle is completely out of sight.
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Explanation
Authorized emergency vehicles-such as ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars - using audible or visual signals always have the right-of-way. After pulling over to allow an emergency vehicle to pass, you must remain stopped until the vehicle is at least 500 feet ahead of you. Maintaining this distance ensures that you do not interfere with the emergency vehicle’s movement or block access to the scene.
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