09/10/2026
NOT WATERING THE GRASS!
If youโve spotted giant water leaks around town spraying large amounts of water into the street, donโt worry, it is just the Fire Department.
Over the past few weeks, the Hennessey Fire Department has been conducting its annual fire hydrant flow testing. Each year, crews test every hydrant to make sure it operates properly, has adequate water flow, and is ready to go when itโs really needed.
Lt. Tyson Copeland has taken charge of HFD's hydrant testing program this year. Copland and helper Casey Barrow were south of town Wednesday, finishing up one of the last hydrants on the list.
So, if you see water running down the street, theyโre not watering the grass, theyโre just making sure the water goes where itโs supposed to when the red trucks show up!