What should you do when you see a school bus with flashing red lights?

When you see a school bus with flashing red lights, it indicates that children are either getting on or off the bus, and it is crucial to stop your vehicle. This law is in place to protect the safety of children who may be crossing the street or getting in and out of the bus.

When the red lights are activated, it is a clear signal that all traffic in both directions must come to a complete stop, unless there is a physical barrier separating the lanes of traffic. This helps prevent accidents and ensures that children can safely navigate their way to or from the bus without the risk of being struck by a passing vehicle.

Continuing to drive or attempting to speed up to pass the bus undermines this safety measure and puts children at risk. Honking your horn in this situation is also inappropriate and does not contribute to safety, as it can startle children and lead to dangerous situations. Stopping is the responsible and legally mandated action to take when faced with a school bus displaying flashing red lights.