What should you do when you hear a siren or see a flashing red light from an emergency vehicle?

When you hear a siren or see a flashing red light from an emergency vehicle, your primary responsibility is to yield the right-of-way to that vehicle. This means you must safely and promptly move your vehicle out of the way to allow the emergency vehicle to pass. Such vehicles, which could be police cars, ambulances, or fire trucks, are responding to situations that may require urgent attention, and yielding helps ensure that they can reach their destination as quickly as possible.

The practice of yielding is essential for public safety and is mandated by law. This involves moving to the side of the road if you're on a two-lane road or pulling to the side of the lane if you're on a multi-lane road. Creating a clear path not only helps the emergency vehicle but also ensures that you are abiding by traffic regulations that are designed to protect everyone on the road.

While other options might seem like alternatives in a moment of confusion, they do not align with the legal and safe response required when faced with an emergency vehicle.