If a school bus with its red lights flashing is stopped and there are fewer than four lanes, what should approaching traffic do?

When a school bus has its red lights flashing, it is an indication that children are either boarding or exiting the bus. The law mandates that all vehicles must come to a complete stop regardless of the number of lanes on the roadway. This is to ensure the safety of students as they cross the street, as children can be unpredictable and may not always look for oncoming traffic.

In scenarios where there are fewer than four lanes, the law is clear: all traffic must stop. This includes vehicles approaching from both directions unless there is a physical barrier, like a median or an island, separating them from the bus. The primary goal of this law is to protect young pedestrians and minimize the risk of accidents in school zones. Therefore, all drivers must adhere to this rule to enhance the safety of children as they board or exit the bus.