Why “AMBULANCE” Is Spelled Backwards Like “ECNALUBMA” In The Front Of Emergency Vehicles

Here is why “AMBULANCE” is spelled backwards like “ECNALUBMA” in the front of Some Emergency Vehicles.

“ECNALUBMA” is read correctly in rear-view mirrors of vehicles ahead, allowing drivers to move aside quickly for emergency vehicles.

LASEMA had earlier urged motorists to move to aside as this will allow responders get to emergencies quickly.

We all know that moving out the way of a flashing ambulance (and even fire engine) is one of the oldest rules in the book but have you ever wondered why the word “AMBULANCE” is spelled backwards – like “ECNALUBMA” – on the front of the some emergency vehicles?

The word “AMBULANCE” is often written like “ECNALUBMA” on the front of emergency vehicles so that it can be read correctly in rear-view mirrors of vehicles ahead, allowing drivers to move aside quickly for the emergency vehicle.

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Still on respecting emergency vehicles…

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) had earlier urge motorists to respect the sounds of sirens and lights of emergency vehicles by moving to the right as this will allow first responders to get to emergencies quickly and safely as possible.

“City of Lagos, we remind you that if you hear sirens or see the lights of an emergency vehicle, you MUST make way. If you are unable to pull to the right safely, you must slow down to allow for safe passage,” the DG/CEO LASEMA, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said.

“Recently, we’ve noticed that it takes drivers much longer to pull to the right, making it extra difficult for our responders to arrive to the scene of accident. Please turn down your music, avoid distractions, and be aware of your surroundings.”

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