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Learn about fire hydrants in Berkshire, including what they are, how they’re maintained, and how you can assist RBFRS to ensure our firefighters have access to an effective water supply.

What is a Fire Hydrant?

Fire Hydrants are used to supply the operational fire ground with a continuous supply of water in the event of an emergency.

What is a Fire Hydrant?

The Law

We have a statutory duty to take all reasonable measures to ensure there is an adequate supply of water and that it is available for use in case of a fire.

The Law

Private Fire Hydrants

Private fire hydrants located on private water mains are not the responsibility of the local water company or RBFRS.

Private Fire Hydrants

Other Emergency Water Supplies

As well as fire hydrants, we can use open water sources at incidents, including ponds and swimming pools.

Other Emergency Water Supplies

How You Can Help Us

Obstruction of fire hydrants could place the lives of yourself, your family and your neighbours at risk.

How You Can Help Us

We encourage you to contact us in relation to problems or enquiries about fire hydrants.