While hydrants can play a role in fighting a wildfire in its early stages, the systems weren’t designed to combat the large ...

While we all take the time to clear the snow from our driveways and sidewalks, many people forget to clear out the space ...

FLUSHING, Queens (WABC) -- The freezing temperatures hampered the fight against a fire at a townhouse in Queens on Friday ...

Some departments have special crews while others have special hydrants. Here are some of the most popular methods: ...

A fire broke out early Thursday morning at a NYCHA development in Crown Heights, and a similar scene unfolded at a home in East Flatbush, as firefighters battled flames in the bitter cold.

Emergency Services Consulting International Associate Consultant Robert Graff gave a presentation during the Sheridan ...

The Ascension Parish Public School fire training program meets two needs in the community according to Wingate: introduces ...

Firefighters reported being unable to access water from hydrants as they defended homes and businesses in Pacific Palisades.

As wildfires become increasingly common in urban areas, public water systems are often unable to meet the firefighting demand ...

Always stand behind a fire hydrant when operating it to prevent injury. Using an approved hydrant wrench, remove the side cap and ensure the other two are tight. Never use a claw type or pipe wrench.

“Our big message is don’t hide your hydrant,” Jerrabomberra Creek Rural Fire Brigade’s Senior Deputy Captain Tom Gibbs said. “We need to access these at short notice in case of bushfire or structure ...