NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) – A lot of people get confused about who is supposed to clear the snow around fire hydrants. One of three parties is …
That’s not to say your local fire department may take an engine around town after a major snowstorm and do some clearing; however, ultimately it’s not their responsibility. Talk to your neighbors and make a plan on who would be up for taking on the task of clearing the nearest fire hydrant to your home, after all, people take vacations and such.
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https://www.usfa.fema.gov/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_extinguisher