Colors on fire hydrant bodies, or barrels, are less clear-cut than the cap colors -- but they also generally convey less ...

At the very least, if you park near or in front of a fire hydrant, you can expect to receive a citation from any local law enforcement officer who discovers your vehicle left unattended there.

Colors on fire hydrant bodies, or barrels, are less clear-cut than the cap colors — but they also generally convey less information. There are some recommendations in place, however.

Cincinnati’s new fire hydrant painting project is working to help firefighters keep neighbors safe by marking city hydrants.

In 2022, an unrepaired fire hydrant delayed firefighting efforts at a house fire in the Northland. Also in 2022, a “dry” hydrant slowed fire crews from dousing a fire on 58th Street .

The New York City Fire Department is urging New Yorkers to “never block fire hydrants” after firefighters responding to a deadly 3-alarm fire in the Bronx encountered a vehicle parked in front ...

If you're just trying to park and can't find a space, you might be tempted to park close to a fire hydrant. However, where exactly you can park may vary.