Revision question · Incidents, accidents and emergencies

You've had an incident while driving through a tunnel. You aren't injured but your vehicle can't be driven. What's the first thing you should do in this situation?

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Rely on other drivers to phone the police

Switch off the engine and switch on hazard warning lights

Take the names of witnesses and other drivers

Sweep up any debris that's in the road

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Switch off the engine and switch on hazard warning lightsThis was the right answer

If you're involved in an incident in a tunnel, be aware of the danger this can cause to other traffic. You should immediately switch on your hazard warning lights and switch off your engine.

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Leave a tunnel fire by the safe available routeReviewed guidance summary · Hazards and engine shutdown are immediate breakdown or collision actions; CCTV is not a substitute for calling for help.

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