To make an emergency stop while driving on an interstate, you should:
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Get out of the vehicle use hand signals to stop oncoming vehicles.
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Sound the horn and pull off the road.
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Pull off the road, turn on your emergency flashers and stay in your vehicle if possible.
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Explanation
To make an emergency stop on an interstate, pull off the road and turn on your emergency flashers to warn other drivers. Staying inside your vehicle, on the side away from traffic, is always recommended as standing or walking along an interstate highway can be extremely dangerous due to the high speed of traffic.
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