In addition to the ongoing annual hydrant flushing currently being conducted citywide by the Department of Public Works, the Somerville Fire Department will begin their annual inspection of all fire hydrants on Monday, August 6, and conclude on Saturday, August 18.  These procedures require flushing water from all hydrants, as well as mechanical checks by the Fire Department.

Hydrant flushing will be conducted as follows:

Fire Department: 

August 6 – August 18

Mondays-Saturdays, 9 a.m. 4 p.m.

If necessary, 6:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

 DPW:

July – November

Monday evenings (11 p.m.) – Tuesday mornings (7 a.m.)

Neighborhoods will be notified as the program affects your neighborhood; Affected streets always listed on www.somervillema.gov and on the City of Somerville and 311 Facebook pages.

During hydrant flushing, water may appear rusty however it is safe to drink.  It is advised that residents and businesses experiencing rusty water run it until it is clear.  If rust stains appear on wet laundry, do not place clothing into a dryer, and contact the City of Somerville for a bottle of rust remover by calling 311.