Emergency Scene Ahead

Active emergency response ahead; slow down, move over, and be ready to stop.

Part of the MUTCD fluorescent pink incident-management series, posted in advance of a crash, fire, hazmat spill, or other active emergency. Drivers should reduce speed, give responders room by moving over a lane where possible (required by every state's 'Move Over' law), and be prepared for stopped traffic, lane closures, flaggers, or directions from law enforcement. The pink color is reserved specifically for traffic incident management so it stands out from the orange used for planned construction work zones.

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