Reminder about fire hydrant flushing

The City of Arkansas City Environmental Services Department would like to remind residents that water customers in the areas of fire hydrant flushing might experience temporary discoloration or low water. Environmental Services Superintendent Rod Philo said, “Most discoloration can be corrected by flushing a faucet for a few minutes, but if flushing does not fix the problem or if you continue to notice a pressure loss, call (620) 441-4480 (Office) or (620) 441-4492 (After 4:30 p.m. On Call).” The Environmental Services Department advises not to wash laundry if your water is discolored, which can permanently stain the items. “If laundry becomes stained, please leave the items wet; call one of the numbers above, and a detergent to remove the stains will be delivered to your address,” Philo said. “Thank you for your cooperation and patience during this annual fire hydrant flushing program.”