Rusty water
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davis_squareDark brown water is flowing out of the faucets in my apartment this morning. I was about to contact my landlord until I found a warning about fire hydrant testing on somervillema.gov. I've left the faucets running for a while to see if it eventually clears up. So FYI.
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September 21, 2010
Annual Fire Hydrant Testing
Begins Monday, September 27, 2010
The Somerville Fire Department is beginning the Annual Inspection of all fire hydrants in the city. This procedure requires the flushing of water from the hydrants as well as a check of the mechanical operation of the hydrants. The inspection program will take approximately two weeks to complete.
During the inspection, some sediment may be disturbed in the water mains causing rusty water at the taps in homes and business establishments. It is suggested that residents and business firms draw sufficient water for drinking and cooking. This rusty water condition is a temporary one, and will clear in a matter of a few hours. Although the water may appear dirty or discolored, it does not pose a health risk to city residents.
The annual inspection of hydrants throughout the city is necessary to insure their proper operation during an emergency situation.
The inspections will be conducted Monday through Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. and in the evening, if needed, from 6:15 P.M. until 8:15 P.M.
The testing will begin on Monday, September 27, 2010, and will be concluded by Saturday, October 9, 2010.
During this two-week period, all hydrants in the city will be tested.
Anyone with questions regarding this procedure may contact the Somerville Fire Department at 617-623-1700 ext. 8120.
http://www.somervillema.gov/alert.cfm?alert_id=312
September 21, 2010
Annual Fire Hydrant Testing
Begins Monday, September 27, 2010
The Somerville Fire Department is beginning the Annual Inspection of all fire hydrants in the city. This procedure requires the flushing of water from the hydrants as well as a check of the mechanical operation of the hydrants. The inspection program will take approximately two weeks to complete.
During the inspection, some sediment may be disturbed in the water mains causing rusty water at the taps in homes and business establishments. It is suggested that residents and business firms draw sufficient water for drinking and cooking. This rusty water condition is a temporary one, and will clear in a matter of a few hours. Although the water may appear dirty or discolored, it does not pose a health risk to city residents.
The annual inspection of hydrants throughout the city is necessary to insure their proper operation during an emergency situation.
The inspections will be conducted Monday through Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. and in the evening, if needed, from 6:15 P.M. until 8:15 P.M.
The testing will begin on Monday, September 27, 2010, and will be concluded by Saturday, October 9, 2010.
During this two-week period, all hydrants in the city will be tested.
Anyone with questions regarding this procedure may contact the Somerville Fire Department at 617-623-1700 ext. 8120.
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