What does the move over law require when you encounter an emergency vehicle stopped on the roadside?

• A. Stop immediately in your lane and wait for instructions.
• B. Slow down and move over a lane if safe; yield to emergency responders.
• C. Honk and pass as close as possible.
• D. Ignore it if traffic is heavy.

Answer: (B)

When you see an emergency vehicle stopped on the roadside with lights flashing, the focus is on giving responders space to work and keeping yourself and others safe. The move over rule asks you to slow down and, if it’s safe, move over to a lane away from the stopped vehicle. If changing lanes isn’t possible due to traffic or conditions, you should slow to a safe speed and proceed with caution, still yielding to the emergency workers and the scene. This approach reduces the risk of a crash or injury for responders and motorists. Driving at normal speed in the same lane, honking, or simply ignoring the situation would create unnecessary danger and isn’t what the law requires.