What should you do if an emergency vehicle is behind you with sirens and lights on?

When an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens and lights activated, the correct action is to pull over to the right side of the road and stop until the vehicle has passed. This response is crucial for ensuring the safety of both the emergency responders and any other road users. By moving to the right, you create a clear pathway for the emergency vehicle, allowing it to navigate through traffic quickly and efficiently, which can be critical in emergency situations.

Pulling over to the left would not be appropriate since that can create confusion and block the path of the emergency vehicle, which typically needs to pass on the right side in most traffic scenarios. Stopping wherever you are could obstruct the flow of traffic and may also block the emergency vehicle's path, which is not safe. It's important to immediately pull to the right and ensure that your vehicle is stationary until the emergency vehicle has passed and it’s safe to resume driving.