LCFD Conducting Flushing of Water Hydrants Beginning Mon., Nov 19

The Lake Charles Fire Department (LCFD) will begin flushing water hydrants on Monday, November 19, as part of their semi-annual testing in the City, Ward 3, and in District 2. It will be the second time it's been conducted since May of 2018. The testing is required twice a year to maintain their Class Two Fire Rating.

The flushing of water hydrants stirs up iron particles and other settled material and may result in a temporary rust-colored condition in the water lines of residences or businesses when the water is in use, but this is a temporary condition and the water is safe for domestic use.

If residents experience discoloring of water during the time of the flushing of hydrants, they are encouraged to drop by and pick up cleaning detergent designed to get the red out of clothing.

Below is a list of locations the cleaning detergent can be picked up.