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 ...

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — New Hanover County Fire Rescue will be performing fire hydrant flow testing in the unincorporated areas of southern New Hanover County between November 9 and November ...

The Fremont Fire Department will continue the annual fire flow testing and hydrant flushing program on Sept. 8. Each year, they conduct flushing and flow testing in about half the city, beginning this ...

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 ...