What should you do after an emergency vehicle has passed you?

The appropriate action after an emergency vehicle has passed is to maintain a safe distance. This ensures that you do not inadvertently interfere with their response efforts and that you keep a safe buffer in case they need to maneuver quickly or another vehicle follows closely behind them. Adjusting your speed to safely resume driving is crucial, but it should be done gradually rather than immediately, allowing you to assess the road conditions and any other surrounding traffic. Turning off your vehicle is not a practical response and could create hazards for you and other drivers. Therefore, maintaining a safe distance is essential for both your safety and the safety of emergency responders.