When you see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights, you must:
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Drive with your flashers on.
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Slow down until it passes you.
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Pull over to the side of the road and stop.
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Increase your speed to provide a clear path for the emergency vehicle.
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Explanation
When an emergency vehicle with flashing lights approaches, drivers must yield the right-of-way, immediately drive to the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway and stop. This action ensures that emergency vehicles can proceed safely and swiftly, minimizing delays in responding to emergencies.
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