One of the most frequent questions is whether this gesture gives the driver priority over other traffic. The answer is clear: no. Traffic laws establish that only official emergency vehicles have right of way, provided they are traveling with their lights and sirens activated.
These vehicles include:
Ambulances,
police patrol
cars, fire trucks,
and traffic control vehicles are not considered emergency vehicles. A private car with a white sheet does not automatically acquire this status. Therefore, it is not authorized to run red lights, exceed speed limits, or enter exclusive lanes. Although the situation may be real and distressing, traffic laws still apply to everyone.
How to react if you see this sign on the road:
