It was announced by the city on Wednesday afternoon that the Springfield Fire Department – in coordination with City Water Light & Power – will begin fire hydrant testing on this upcoming Tuesday, May 27.
The city stated that the testing was expected to be ongoing Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. until July 31, 2025.
They noted furthermore that annual testing is essential to ensure fire hydrants are operating efficiently for fire protection purposes.
Water can become discolored in service areas located in the vicinity of the hydrant tests; if discoloration occurs, SFD and CWLP made plain that residents can simply run cold water through the tap until the water turns clear.
Clothes washing, meanwhile, should be delayed until the tap water runs clear to avoid discoloration; in most instances, the water will clear in approximately five minutes.
