Last month, we explained that without a clear understanding of flow rates from pressurized hydrants, firefighting operations that rely on them as a water source can turn into reckless gambles instead ...

Feb. 10—Following a Richmond apartment complex's total destruction by fire on North Third Street in January, many citizens and community members have raised eyebrows about the operations and ...

Operating handlines in a high-rise fire scenario has its difficulties. Because of their many pressure limitations, fire protection systems in high-rise buildings can create inadequate performing fire ...

FREMONT – The Fremont fire hydrant flow testing/flushing program is moving into the final flushing area, the northeast quadrant of the city, north of East State Street and east of the Sandusky River ...

Professional Fire & Security will be conducting a hydrant flow test at 9 a.m. July 21 at Lloyd’s Animal Hospital, 1995 Washington St., Stoughton. This activity will cause discolored water in varying ...

Before you begin flow testing, ask the water utility for a hydrant map that shows a diagram of the water-supply system. Reviewing the system layout lets the tester understand the underground water ...