When operating with emergency lights and siren, you should

• A. Rely on others to stop
• B. Ignore signals
• C. Speed through red lights
• D. Proceed with caution using the right-of-way

Answer: (D)

When emergency vehicles are using lights and siren, you have the right-of-way, but you must still move with safety in mind. The best practice is to proceed with caution, using that right-of-way to clear a path while remaining alert to other drivers, pedestrians, and obstacles. Slow down as you approach intersections, look carefully in all directions, and be prepared to stop if another road user doesn’t yield or a hazard appears. This balance lets you respond quickly while minimizing risk to everyone on the scene.

Relying on others to stop, ignoring signals, or speeding through red lights bypasses the safety precautions or legal requirements that protect people nearby, so those actions are not appropriate.