Why must drivers of certain hazmat loads follow designated routes and avoid some tunnels?
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Correct answer to question 15 (Hazardous Materials): Some hazardous materials pose too great a risk in tunnels or populated areas, so routes are restricted to reduce danger
Why
An incident in a confined space like a tunnel, or in a densely populated area, is far harder to manage, so certain hazmat loads are routed around those higher-risk areas.
Updated: November 2026