Annual Fire Hydrant Flushing and Maintenance Notification

Charles WheelerCommunity News, Fire Hydrant Repairs/Replacement

The Trotwood Fire Department conducts annual inspections and functional testing of more than 1,345 fire hydrants throughout the City of Trotwood. As part of this routine maintenance, hydrant flushing is performed to ensure proper operation and to maintain water quality standards. During this process, residents may experience temporary water discoloration, which may present as rusty or brown-tinted water. While this …

Trotwood Fire & Rescue to Conduct Hydrant Flow Testing

Charles WheelerCommunity News, Fire Hydrant Repairs/Replacement

In an effort to assure an adequate water supply for fighting fires and to help maintain the lowest Insurance Ratings possible, Trotwood Fire & Rescue personnel will be checking all fire hydrants for operation and flow. Trotwood Fire & Rescue will conduct fire hydrant flow testing from May 2nd through September 30th. If you see Fire & Rescue crews working …

The Spring Season is Preventative Maintenance Time for the Fire Department

Charles WheelerCommunity News, Fire Hydrant Repairs/Replacement

CONTACT: Fire Marshal Jeffrey Hilvers (937) 854-7258 or [email protected] Trotwood has over 1,345 fire hydrants that are inspected and tested annually (during April – September). Hydrant flushing is a part of this process, and it could temporarily impact the water in your home. Water in your home may have a rusty appearance for a short period of time. This discoloration …