If a bus has stopped on a road with fewer than four lanes, what must drivers do while approaching the bus?

When a bus has stopped on a road with fewer than four lanes, drivers are required to stop at least 10 feet from the front or rear of the bus and remain stopped until the bus has completed its boarding or alighting procedure. This law is designed to ensure the safety of children getting on or off the bus, as they may be crossing the road and are at risk of not being seen by vehicles that are not stopping.

Stopping at this distance gives ample space for children to navigate safely around the bus without the risk of being hit by oncoming traffic. This measure is especially important because when a bus is stopped, it often activates flashing red lights and extends stop signs, signaling drivers to halt their vehicles. Compliance with this law not only protects the children but also upholds the traffic regulations established to maintain road safety.