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You are driving through a road tunnel when your vehicle catches fire. The vehicle is still driveable and you can see the exit ahead. What should you do?

  1. A
    Stop immediately in the running lane, switch off the engine, and exit on foot
  2. B
    Attempt to make a U-turn and drive back out of the tunnel entrance
  3. Drive the vehicle out of the tunnel if it is possible and safe to do soAnswer
  4. D
    Pull over immediately, lift the engine bonnet, and try to extinguish the flames

Answer

Drive the vehicle out of the tunnel if it is possible and safe to do so
According to the UK Highway Code, if your vehicle catches fire inside a tunnel, your primary objective is to drive it out of the tunnel if you can do so without causing further danger. Removing the vehicle from the enclosed space prevents dangerous smoke accumulation and allows emergency services to tackle the fire more effectively in open air.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Assess vehicle driveability and tunnel surroundings
Confirm that the vehicle is still moving and the exit is accessible ahead
Tunnels concentrate smoke and toxic gases rapidly, making an outdoor fire significantly easier to control and evacuate safely
2
Continue driving steadily towards the exit while alerting others with hazard lights if necessary
The vehicle safely exits the enclosed tunnel space
UK Highway Code Rule 92 advises that if your vehicle catches fire in a tunnel, you should drive it out if you can do so without causing further danger

Key Concept

Vehicle fire response inside tunnels
Estimated Time:45s
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Tunnel Emergencies

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