You can help your fire department by removing snow and ice from around the fire hydrant by your house. Critical time is wasted when firefighters arrive on the scene of a fire and have to dig out a fire hydrant that has not been cleared of snow or ice.

Here are some notes about keeping fire hydrants clear during the winter months:
* Remove snow and ice within a 3-foot perimeter of the hydrant.
* Shovel a pathway from the hydrant to the street so firefighters can access it.
* Try to remove any ice that might have formed on the hydrant itself.

Help keep your home safe by ensuring your fire hydrants are clear and readily accessible in an emergency.