It is with the help of signal signs over the lanes that red crosses are used to create better accessibility for emergency vehicles.
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In case of accident
It is in connection with accidents and other situations where emergency vehicles need free passage that “temporary rescue streets” are established.
The red cross means that you are simply not allowed to use that lane, all to make it easier for the emergency services, police and ambulance.
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Not just at the rescue street
Using red crosses is not only done on the so-called rescue street, but also occurs if there are obstacles on the way.
When it comes to rescue streets, the conditions are a little different.
The sections are closed up to five kilometers before the scene of the accident.
In order for an emergency street to be established, there must be at least three lanes.
It is always the farthest – right or left – that is switched off.
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Risk of losing your driver’s license
If you drive a lot in the Stockholm area, it is likely that you have seen a rescue street and a signal sign with a red cross.
You may also have seen motorists driving there, all with the aim of squeezing in front of queues.
The fact is that you are not allowed to drive on an emergency street as a private person.
In such cases, the consequence will be SEK 3,000 in fines and a suspended driver’s license.