Elmhurst Hydrant Flushing Starts in April

ELMHURST, IL - Elmhurst's annual hydrant flushing will take place from April 3 to April 29 between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.

The community fire hydrants are flushed to ensure that they are operating properly and that an adequate amount of water is available for the Fire Department during an emergency, the city said.

Public Works personnel will conduct annual hydrant flushing throughout April. The operation will take place Monday through Friday. Signs will be posted in affected areas before the work begins.

For more information, contact the Public Works Department at (630) 530-3020.