From time to time, you may see water flowing freely from a fire hydrant under the watchful supervision of a water utility professional. While it may look like water is being wasted, hydrant flushing is an important way water utilities remove stagnant or potentially contaminated water and clean pipes.

Although it’s rare that a water utility experiences an interruption in its ability to deliver safe and reliable drinking water, the recent boil water advisories in Houston shine a light on the value of being prepared for emergencies.

Wildfires are burning in several areas of western United States. When this happens, local water utilities spring to action because you may be surprised at the extent to which wildfires effect our water quality, supply and use.

Consumer Confidence Reports provide utility customers with valuable information about their drinking water.