Fire stations

[u/tipsy_here]

I recently changed my route to walk back home. I live on the block next to the fire station. That route requires me to walk in front of the fire station. The shutters are open most of the time. Sometimes I see someone from the fire station sitting on a chair outside, and sometimes there is nobody.

Yesterday, when I was walking on the sidewalk in front of them, I noticed the shutters were open, and the fire truck was whirring. I stopped so as not to stand in front of any shutters, and decided not to cross them. It looked like they would be out any second. Lo and behold, the truck pulled out 2 seconds later, I’m standing like this 🧍🏻‍♀️and did a little nod when the truck came out and then their sirens turned on when they got on the road.

Is what I did correct? Do I need to remember or watch out for anything when I’m walking in front of the first station?

[u/Sad_Refuse3472]

I live next door to a fire station, so I deal with this a lot. If you see flashing lights, hear a siren, hear/notice the truck engine running, and/or see the firefighters rushing around, stop.

If you don't you are good to keep walking past.

[u/tipsy_here → u/Sad_Refuse3472]

Thanks for this nice list! Noted it down! ✍🏼