How far should you stay from a fire truck when it is responding to an emergency?

When a fire truck is responding to an emergency, maintaining a distance of 150 meters (which corresponds to the selected answer) is essential for several safety reasons. This distance allows for safe passage, reduces the risk of obstruction, and ensures that emergency personnel can operate without interference.

By staying 150 meters away, drivers can keep clear of the working scene, which can be chaotic, with potential hazards from hoses, equipment, and other emergency vehicles. This space also enables drivers to react appropriately if the fire truck needs to change direction, stop suddenly, or if there are other emergency responses involved.

While shorter distances may seem sufficient, the recommended distance is designed to ensure everyone’s safety, including those in the emergency vehicle, other responders, and other road users.