As extreme heat continues in New York City, many are resorting to opening fire hydrants to cool down. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is asking New Yorkers to request spray caps from ...

NEW YORK (PIX11) – It’s summer in New York, and with the extreme heat baking the city, there’s a free and cool way to beat the heat — opening a fire hydrant. New Yorkers can legally open a fire ...

The faulty hydrants after a recent fire in Waterbury are raising questions about how they’re maintained and what the ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) -- Western Mass. residents know firsthand just how much of a challenge the winter can pose. As cleanup continues after the snowstorm, local fire departments are ...

As North Jerseyans prepare to dig out from the upcoming expected winter storm, several local fire departments are urging them to include fire hydrants on the list of areas that must be cleared. "In ...

HOPEWELL, Va. (WRIC) — Hopewell Fire & EMS is reminding the public of how vital it is that firefighters be able to access fire hydrants during emergency situations. On Tuesday, July 22, crews with ...

Panama City firefighters are once again going from hydrant to hydrant inspecting, flushing, and testing water flow. It’s part ...

GREENEVERS — The town is working with the local fire department to conduct a study of fire hydrants in hopes that it will lead to repairs and improve safety and the town’s insurance rating. Greenevers ...

As we brace for more arctic air, heating systems in our homes and businesses will be going full force this weekend. The National Fire Prevention Association says that the winter months see a spike in ...

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