If a hydrant is taken out of service for repairs, who must be notified?

• A. The city water department
• B. The public works director
• C. The local fire department
• D. The health department

Answer: (C)

Hydrants are part of the fire protection system, so when one is taken out of service for repairs, the local fire department must be notified. This ensures fire crews know which hydrants are available, can adjust water supply plans, and can use alternative sources or routes if needed during an emergency. Prompt notification helps maintain readiness and prevents delays in firefighting operations. While the water department handles maintenance and the public works director oversees operations, the health department isn’t typically involved in firefighting water supply, making the fire department the key entity to inform.