Fire brigade requests access: hydrant check in Großröhrsdorf!

Fire brigade requests access: hydrant check in Großröhrsdorf!

An important event is coming up in Großröhrsdorf on August 23, 2025: the comprehensive inspection of all hydrants in the region. This measure is not only important for the fire department, but also for the safety of residents.

Checking takes place between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. The fire department asks all citizens to allow unhindered access to fire hydrants on private property. This access is crucial to ensure that every hydrant can be used efficiently and quickly in an emergency. Without this inspection, serious problems could arise, such as possible contamination of tap water.

Important information for residents

Residents should also prepare for certain traffic disruptions. The fire department strives to keep these as low as possible, but a certain amount of patience is required. Carrying out the hydrant inspection is essential to ensure emergency readiness and maintain the public safety system.

“What’s all this for?” Some people might ask themselves. The answer is simple: fire hydrants are the mainstay of firefighting. The check not only ensures functionality, but also the water supply.

Technical details on hydrant testing

The check itself is carried out using the most modern technology. Specialized measuring devices record the flow rates and flow pressures of the hydrants and store the data. This information is worth its weight in gold: it is evaluated and documented in the inspection book, which is then handed over to the owners. Among other things, the resting pressure and the flow rate are recorded over certain periods of time. This ensures that the hydrants offer optimal conditions for use.

There are a total of three types of hydrants: wall hydrants, underground hydrants and above-ground hydrants. While wall hydrants are permanently installed in buildings to provide access for both firefighters and laypeople, underground hydrants have disappeared into the ground, mostly on streets or parking lots.

In the event of an emergency, firefighters can access the water directly via a standpipe - a crucial advantage when every second counts. On the other hand, above-ground hydrants, which are often found in residential complexes or city centers, offer several connections (A, B or C) for water extraction.

In summary, the upcoming review is an important step in ensuring fire suppression and should be taken seriously by all residents.

The fire department team would like to thank everyone for their understanding and support during the exam. Only together can we maintain security in Großröhrsdorf!

Those interested can find further details about the hydrant testing processes at grossroehrsdorf.de, security planning-schiessl.de and cws.com.