Drivers must yield the right of way to an emergency vehicle by:
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Immediately coming to a complete stop, even if you are in an intersection.
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Increasing their speed to clear the roadway quickly.
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Moving into the right lane and driving slowly until the emergency vehicle has passed.
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Driving to the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway clear of any intersections and stopping until the emergency vehicle has passed.
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Explanation
When you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction, pull over to the right edge of the road, or as near to the right as possible, and stop your vehicle. You must remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed.
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