Firefighters are performing flow testing today on fire hydrants in the following areas: 301 Market Street, 128 to 200 Woodbine Street, 101 Hawthorne Street; 219 Quapaw Avenue, 502 to 1200 block of Central Avenue, 210 to 241 West Grand Avenue.
During hydrant maintenance and testing, water lines are flushed in order to test hydrant flow and water pressure levels for fire control purposes. The process also helps maintain the integrity of the city’s water distribution system, flushing out sediment or deposits that may naturally occur over time. Water customers in the immediate vicinity of the work may experience temporary discoloration of their water. If this takes place, customers are advised to clear the pipes in their home or business by running all the water faucets for a few minutes, and to postpone washing clothes. This discoloration usually lasts no more than a few hours, affecting only the appearance of the water, and not the taste or quality. If discoloration lasts more than 24 hours, contact the Utilities Service Center, 321-6200.