The Springfield Township Fire Department, in cooperation with the Ontario Water Department, will begin flushing fire hydrants the week of July 28.
Annual hydrant flushing is critical to ensure the continued reliability of the city’s hydrants.
The flushing will normally be performed between the hours of 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Some discoloration of water may occur during flushing, due to sediment and particles in the water mains. As a result, residents are advised not to do laundry during these hours, as it may result in discoloration of fabrics. The water department has special detergent available to remove rust stains should fabrics become inadvertently soiled.
The water remains safe for drinking during flushing.
Residents are asked not to plant trees and shrubs within five feet of fire hydrants, as this can make it extremely difficult for firefighters to locate or operate a hydrant when needed. Residents with hydrants that are obscured will be asked to trim or remove the foliage.
Questions about the flushing program may be directed to the Ontario Water Department at 419-529-3815.
The flushing schedule is as follows:
Week of July 28: Deer Ridge Lane; Deer View Circle; Victoria Court; Benbrandon Court; Spring Village Lane and Drive; Old Oak Trail; Fairway Crossing; Bogey Drive.
Week of Aug. 4: Ferguson Road, East and West; Crestfield Street; Whitney Avenue; Fulwell Drive; Stumbo Road; Sandalwood Drive; Bethel Lane.
Week of Aug. 8: Sunset Road, North and South; South Home Road; Lynn Drive; Woodbine Drive; Maple Lane (Ontario only); Scotland Boulevard; Ireland Boulevard, North and South.
Week of Aug. 18: Westlawn Drive; Creston Road; Vivian Avenue; Homewood Road; Frazier Road; Geary Road; Slaboda Avenue.
Week of Aug. 25: Clare Road; Hilltop Road; Harding Heights Boulevard; Mercer Avenue (off Chambers); Chambers Road; Millsboro Road East.
Week of Sept. 2: Make up as needed.
