Bacchus Marsh fire brigade and Western Water are calling on residents to “adopt a hydrant” to help keep the community safer.
CFA volunteers are hitting the streets this month to prepare fire hydrants in case of emergency. Fourth Lieutenant Dale Salathiel said many hydrants in the area were not easily accessible or visible to firefighters, which meant vital minutes could be wasted searching or calling for another truck to attend the incident.
He called on the community to care for hydrants and keep them clear, and volunteers would be out and about locating and marking them with paint, reflective markers and posts.
Western Water is urging residents to help the CFA by clearing soil, grass and shrubs from around hydrants, keeping vehicles away from them and reporting any visible faults, damage or missing markers by calling 1300 650 422 or visiting www.westernwater.com.au.
