Last month, we explained that without a clear understanding of flow rates from pressurized hydrants, firefighting operations that rely on them as a water source can turn into reckless gambles instead ...

Journal AWWA publishes articles about water industry issues that cover all AWWA activities and interests. It communicates innovations, trends, controversies, and challenges. The scope of Journal AWWA ...

Before you begin flow testing, ask the water utility for a hydrant map that shows a diagram of the water-supply system. Reviewing the system layout lets the tester understand the underground water ...

Starting May 2, please be advised that the Birmingham Fire Department will be conducting their annual flow testing of city hydrants throughout the month. The fire department flows about a third of the ...