What to do if an ambulance flashing blue lights is behind you

Motorists are being told not to panic if an ambulance flashing its blue lights appears behind them.

It comes as East Midlands Ambulance Service reveal they were involved in a number of crashes last year which weren't their fault.

They have reminded drivers to pull over - but only if it is safe.

Between April and November last year, crews were involved in 90 crashes which weren't their fault.

Steve Farnsworth, General Manager of Fleet, asked drivers to be vigilant. He said:

Drivers are being told to stay vigilant and be aware of emergency vehicles. Credit: EMAS

What to do if an ambulance flashing its blue lights is coming through:

  • Don’t brake suddenly

  • Look for somewhere to pull over and stop - if it is safe

  • If there is nowhere to safely pull over, continue driving and the driver of the ambulance will look for a safe place to overtake you

  • Listen out for sirens and check around you for more blue flashing lights before moving off.

  • Do not try to out-drive the emergency vehicle