Public-Fire Interaction FaQ

An emergency vehicle is defined as a police vehicle, ambulance or fire truck. These vehicles may have red, white, blue or a combination of red, white, and blue lights which, when responding to an emergency, are constantly moving.

• When approached (from the front or rear) by an emergency vehicle whose light and siren are activated the driver of every other vehicle must yield the right of way.

• In yielding the right of way, you must drive immediately to the right hand edge or curb of the roadway, parallel to the roadway, and clear of any intersection.

• You must stop and remain stopped until the emergency vehicle or vehicles have passed, unless otherwise directed by a police officer.

Unless otherwise indicated by pavement markings, parking meters or official signs, you may not park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. You may not stop or stand within 15 feet of a fire hydrant unless a licensed driver is in the front seat so the vehicle may be immediately moved in the event of an emergency.

It is against state law to run over fire hose and you will receive a large fine for doing so.