You must not stop your vehicle within ________ of a stopped fire truck that is responding to a fire alarm.

You must not stop your vehicle within ________ of a stopped fire truck that is responding to a fire alarm.

• A. 500 feet
• B. 300 feet
• C. 400 feet
• D. 200 feet

Answer: (A)

You should keep a wide safety buffer behind an emergency vehicle that’s stopped and responding to a fire alarm. Not stopping within 500 feet gives firefighters space to set up hoses, ladders, and other equipment, and it reduces the risk of your vehicle getting in their way or being exposed to hazards near the scene. It also gives you and other drivers more time to slow down and react safely. Shorter distances wouldn’t provide enough room for the crew to operate or for you to maneuver safely, which is why 500 feet is the required distance. If you can, slow down and move over to a different lane to create space and proceed with caution after the scene is clear.

You should keep a wide safety buffer behind an emergency vehicle that’s stopped and responding to a fire alarm. Not stopping within 500 feet gives firefighters space to set up hoses, ladders, and other equipment, and it reduces the risk of your vehicle getting in their way or being exposed to hazards near the scene. It also gives you and other drivers more time to slow down and react safely. Shorter distances wouldn’t provide enough room for the crew to operate or for you to maneuver safely, which is why 500 feet is the required distance. If you can, slow down and move over to a different lane to create space and proceed with caution after the scene is clear.