Crime & Safety

County Warns to Clear Fire Hydrants

High snow totals could hinder fire safety.

The Suffolk County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services is asking all residents and merchants to make sure access to local fire hydrants is not impeded by plowed snow.

Although there is no county requirement for residents to clear snow from the hydrants, FRES Commissioner Joe Williams said “It is common sense, and could save our volunteers valuable time if responding to a fire in your community.”

Residents could also report issues with blocked hydrants to their local fire department.

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