Attitude
An ambulance with flashing blue lights is coming up behind you. How should you react?
- Brake hard and stop exactly where you are
- Speed through a red light to clear the way
- Mount the kerb onto a pavement to let it by
- Stay calm and pull over safely, obeying traffic signsCorrect
Why?
Rule 219 says when an emergency vehicle approaches, do not panic. Consider its likely route and take appropriate action to let it pass, while still complying with all traffic signs. Do not break the law or risk others' safety to move aside.
Highway Code rule 219