LaGrange Fire & Rescue - Oldham County, Kentucky

Calls For Service 2024
	2023	2024
January	80	63
February	76	72
March	86	92
April	81
May	81
June	70
July	95
August	73
September	72
October	86
November	95
December	84
	979	227
Total	3981

(2022) (2021) (2020) Calls for Service
Jan	96	71	96
Feb	63	69	82
Mar	86	74	79
Apr	71	75	66
May	79	93	74
Jun	99	88	81
Jul	93	89	103
Aug	82	89	87
Sep	92	78	75
Oct	120	95	92
Nov	93	92	91
Dec	91	97	81
Total	1065	1010	1007

Calls for Service
2023	979
2022	1066
2021	1010
2020	1007
2019	968
2018	946
2017	932
2016	905
2015	908
2014	882
2013	827
2012	851
2011	804
2010	514
Total	12599

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- PUBLIC NOTICE -

HYDRANT FLUSHING INFORMATION

	Hydrant Flushing Each year, the LaGrange Fire & Rescue Department flow test fire hydrants throughout the Fire Protection District and allow water to flow through the water lines. The hydrant-flushing program is very important to the maintenance of the water system. It serves the following purposes: Flushes sediments from mainline pipes (which enhances water quality) Verifies the proper operation of fire hydrants and valves Helps find weaknesses in the water system Checks for closed valves and weak flows in the water mains Verifies ample flow for fire fighting LaGrange Fire & Rescue Department will post notices in the local newspaper and on the department's website to inform residents of flushing in their area.

	Hints During Hydrant Flushing 1. There may be a temporary drop in water pressure at this time. 2. Water may be rusty or cloudy. Discolored water is not harmful and will clear up in a few hours. 3. Fill a bottle with water and store it in the refrigerator to use for drinking or cooking. 4. Flush your hot water tanks after the cold water clears. 5. Do not wash white laundry during this period (wait until cold AND hot water are clear before laundering whites).

	Hydrant Flushing Frequently Asked Questions *WHY IS HYDRANT FLUSHING NECESSARY?* Hydrant flushing enhances water quality by flushing sediment from the water mains, verifies the proper operation of hydrants and valves, and maintains firefighting capability. *WHAT SHOULD I DO WHEN FIRE DEPARTMENT CREWS ARE FLUSHING HYDRANTS IN MY AREA?* If you see a crew flushing a hydrant on your street, avoid running tap water and using the washing machine or the dishwasher until the flushing is completed. If you see hydrant-flushing crews working in the area, please drive carefully and treat them like any other road construction crew. *WHAT SHOULD I DO AFTER HYDRANT FLUSHING?* If tap water is used during flushing, it could come out full of sediment that causes discoloration. If you encounter discolored water, shut the water off and wait several minutes. After waiting, check the clarity by running cold water for a few minutes allowing new water to work its way into your pipes. If the water is clear it’s OK to use. If not, wait a few more minutes and check again. In some cases, there may be slight discoloration for a few hours. This discoloration only affects the appearance of the water; it does not affect the taste or water quality. Avoid washing laundry during scheduled flushing times. Wait until the water runs clear at the tap, then wash a load of dark clothes first. Hot water tanks can hold discolored water for some time after the cold water runs clear. If pressure or volume seems low, check your faucet screens for trapped particles. *WHY DOES MY WATER LOOK FUNNY AFTER HYDRANT FLUSHING?* When a hydrant is opened, there will be temporary incidences of discolored water while fine sediment particles are flushed out. There is no health hazard associated with the discolored water. Allow a few hours for discoloration to dissipate. To verify water is clear, run your cold-water tap for a few minutes. *WHO DO I CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION?* For additional information about water quality or hydrant flushing please call us at 502-222-1143.