§ 32-146. Operation of vehicles on approach of authorized emergency vehicles
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(a) Upon the immediate approach of an authorized emergency vehicle equipped with at least one flashing lighted lamp of a color
authorized by state law, which is visible under normal atmospheric conditions from a distance of 500 feet to the front of
such vehicle other than a police vehicle when operated as an authorized emergency vehicle, and when the driver is giving audible
signal by siren, exhaust whistle, or bell, the driver of every other vehicle shall yield the right-of-way and shall immediately
drive to a position parallel to, and as close as possible to, the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway clear of any intersection
and shall stop and remain in such position until the authorized emergency vehicle has passed, except when otherwise directed
by a police officer.
(b) This section shall not operate to relieve the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard
for the safety of all persons using the highway.
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