Hydrant Flushing Begins

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Hydrant Flushing Begins Monday, September 13, 2021:

As part of a routine maintenance, the City of Washington Public Works Distribution Department will begin flushing fire hydrants beginning at 8 a.m., Monday, September 13^th, 2021, weather permitting. Hydrant flushing normally takes close to 3 weeks to complete.  Fire hydrant flushing typically starts at those hydrants closest to the water towers and progressively moves away from the towers.

Flushing of hydrants may produce discoloration of water.  To eliminate the discoloration, simply open your faucets and allow them to run until water is clear.  There is no need to boil water for consumption.  WARNING: BEFORE USING YOU WASHING MACHINE, PLEASE CHECK FOR DISCOLORED WATER.  If the water is discolored or sediment is noticeable, run an empty cycle through the washer before laundering clothing.