Is it illegal to take a broken fire hydrant

Stealing water from a fire hydrant is a crime and could cost you, at least, $250. by CHERYL CONNER/ ABC7. Wednesday, July 13th 2016. Stealing water is a crime (ABC7) LAUREL, Md. (ABC7) — A hose …

There are two ways to legally withdraw metered water from a fire hydrant: No one but the City can touch a fire hydrant water … This is why it is illegal to take water from fire hydrants without permission – besides the safety factor – if you are using the hydrant, then the fire department will have harder access to the hydrant and your illegal use can lower the water pressure in the …

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The Truth about Broken Fire Hydrants & Parking Tickets

A hose hooked to a fire hydrant may not seem illegal at first. But if it’s without a water meter, chances are someone is trying to steal … Simplified Rules for Using Fire Hydrant Water. Every withdrawal of water from a fire hydrant must be permitted, metered and paid for. There are no exceptions; everyone pays their water bill, including City Hall, City departments, City …