[Press Release] : Fire hydrant testing begins this week

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 14, 2006

CONTACT: Floyd Turner
Manager of Water Operations
Office - (573) 874-6229
or
Otis Shields
Water Distribution Superintendent
Office - (573) 874-6229
or
Battalion Chief Steven E. Sapp
Public Information Officer
Office - (573) 874-7557

Fire hydrant testing begins this week
									
	(COLUMBIA, MO) - On Saturday, April 15, the Columbia Fire
Department will begin its annual hydrant testing program to make sure
the city's hydrants work properly, in the event they are needed for an
emergency. The testing will continue through the middle of June.
	During the testing procedure, the city's fire hydrants are
tested for adequate flow and pressure. This can occasionally cause
temporary problems with a customer's water service, such as low
pressure or discolored water. The water becomes discolored because the
sediment in the pipes is stirred up during the flushing procedure. If
the water becomes discolored, customers should avoid doing laundry. The
water will usually return to a normal color after the water has run for
a few minutes. The water will continue to be safe for consumption.
Commercial fire alarm systems might be temporarily affected by the low
pressure.
	This is a cooperative program between the Fire Department and
Columbia Water and Light. If customers experience prolonged problems
with their water, Water and Light can be contacted by calling 874-6229
or 875-2555 after hours.

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