If you are approaching an emergency vehicle that is stopped on the road, you:
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Must come to a complete stop.
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Must pull into an available lane not immediately adjacent to the emergency vehicle.
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Must increase your speed to get around the emergency vehicle as quickly as possible.
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May not pass the emergency vehicle.
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Explanation
If you see an emergency vehicle on the road ahead of you, do not stay in the closest lane to the vehicle. Instead, an available lane that is not immediately adjacent to the emergency vehicle. This is to ensure the safety of both the emergency responders and the passengers in your vehicle. If it is not possible to move over, slow down, be prepared to stop and keep to the side of your lane.
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