Fire Hydrant Flushing Notice
9/8/2025
Fire Hydrant Flushing Notice
The Village of Kincaid Street Dept. will be flushing fire hydrants beginning September 22nd. The flushing is scheduled to continue through September 26th.
Due to the nature of the work, it is not possible to predetermine how long a given area will take. The flushing will start at 7 a.m. and will continue until 12 p.m. daily.
The flushing of the hydrants will occur in Kincaid and Bulpitt.
You may encounter the following conditions during hydrant flushing operations:
- A temporary drop in water pressure to your home or business
- Rusty brown or cloudy water. (Discolored water is not harmful. These conditions will subside within a few hours after flushing is complete)
Helpful hints to remember
- Before flushing operations begin
- Fill a bottle or a clean plastic milk jug with fresh tap water and store in the refigerator to use for drinking and cooking
- Do NOT wash white or light colored laundry during the flushing operations
- After flushing operation is completed:
- Open the cold water faucet and let water flow until clear
- Open the hot water faucet and let the water flow until clear
- When both hot and cold water are clear, the water is ready for normal use
- Check the faucet screens for trapped particles
- Wash a load or two of dark colored clothes first
If you have any questions, please contact the Village office 217-237-4713