Ben Walsh Mayor at City Of Syracuse | Official website
Ben Walsh Mayor at City Of Syracuse | Official website
Published on June 18, 2024
Chief Monds stated, “Open fire hydrants can affect our water supply and affect fire department operations in an emergency. When a fire occurs, being able to connect to the closest hydrant and know that we will have adequate pressure is crucial to putting the fire out. Additionally, open hydrants at streets and intersections can create dangerous situations for pedestrians and drivers.”
Awald added, “I urge everyone to refrain from opening fire hydrants during hot weather events. When residents open hydrants without permission it affects the integrity of the pressure in the water system and could result in interrupted service for all. It also wastes a significant amount of water and conservation is critical to ensuring a steady supply for all residents and emergency services alike.”
Residents are encouraged to stay cool by visiting local pools or spray features; a list of open sites can be found on the Parks and Recreation webpage. For questions or to report open hydrants, residents can contact the Department of Water at (315) 448-8360.
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