LAS VEGAS ( FOX5 ) — Henderson is going high-tech to help save lives.

It’s installed a system at every intersection in the city to help first responders get to emergencies faster, making sure intersections are clear before they get there.

FOX5 saw it in action while reporting on another story and is getting answers about it.

“Emergency vehicle approaching. Clear intersection immediately,” an audio alert demands.

It is broadcast through speakers at an intersection well before an emergency vehicles’ flashing lights can be seen or its siren heard. FOX5 heard it while reporting out on Boulder Highway and Warm Springs and about five seconds later, could see an emergency vehicle approaching.

“Once we’re in the engine and all the crew is in seat belted, we’ll hit this emergency master butt

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