An emergency vehicle that uses lights and a siren can be unpredictable. Why?
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Sirens are extremely loud.
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Emergency vehicle drivers are not required to be careful.
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The driver can legally pass red lights.
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Emergency vehicles must go faster than the posted speed limit when it is safe to do so.
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Explanation
Drivers should always keep a distance from an emergency vehicle that is sounding its siren or using its flashing lights. Drivers of emergency vehicles are allowed to travel faster than the flow of traffic and can legally enter an intersection, even if the traffic signal is showing a red light.
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