Don't Forget to Dig Out Your Fire Hydrant

Editor's Note: The following is a news release from the city of Eagan.

The winter months bring a special concern to the Eagan Fire Department. Winter snowfall and the plowing of snow can often hide fire hydrants under a large amount of snow making them impossible to find quickly. 

In the event of a fire, firefighters have to locate and shovel out fire hydrants before hooking up to them. Precious time is lost doing this.

Please don’t let your neighborhood hydrant remain “under cover”. Firefighters are asking that residents help keep the fire hydrant closest to their residence or business clear of snow. A three-foot clearance is needed on all sides. When shoveling snow, be aware of vehicle traffic. Do not stand in the street, and be careful not to slip and fall out into the roadway. Please keep the hydrant clean of snow during the winter months. Also keep hydrants free of overgrowth (grass and weeds) during the rest of the year.

For more information contact the Eagan Fire Department at (651) 675-5900 or EFD@cityofeagan.com