» If you pass a working emergency vehicle stopped on the side of a freeway you are to:

If you pass a working emergency vehicle stopped on the side of a freeway you are to:

Vacate the lane closest to the emergency vehicle or slow down.
Proceed on your lane without changing your speed.
Speed up to not get in the way.
Slow down, pull to the side, get out and help with the emergency.
Explanation

All 50 states have “Move Over” laws designed to protect law enforcement officers, emergency responders, and other workers stopped on the side of the road. If you are driving on the freeway and see an emergency vehicle stopped with its lights flashing, you must safely merge into a lane away from the vehicle. If it’s not possible to move over due to heavy traffic or road conditions, you are required to slow down and pass with caution. These laws are in place to prevent collisions and save lives - always stay alert and give emergency responders the space they need to work safely.

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