Slow Down & Move Over

The Delaware City Fire Company and the Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen's Association released a 30-second PSA on the dangers associated when passing responders working on roadways. The PSA features Delaware first responders and will be distributed nationally.

Surrounded at Delaware City Fire Company by firefighters, police, emergency medical providers and the family of a young firefighter who was struck while rendering aid at a crash, Delaware Governor Jack Markell signed Senate Bill 205 into law.

The law requires motorists to move—if possible—at least one lane away from firefighters, law enforcement, ambulances, tow trucks and transportation workers. If they cannot move one lane away, they should slow down and proceed with caution.

First responders says the new Delaware law is model legislation that incorporates recommended best practices.

For more information: http://www.respondersafety.com

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