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Volunteers to repaint hydrants after discussion of NFPA color codes
Summary
Participants discussed repainting fire hydrants, noted yellow paint's rapid wear and reviewed NFPA color codes by flow rate; volunteers and church groups offered to repaint hydrants while Justin will confirm flow rates to select correct colors.
During maintenance discussion, participants raised the condition of local fire hydrants and debated paint color and durability. Several attendees said yellow did not hold up and suggested color-coding hydrants according to NFPA guidance: blue for 1,500+ gallons per minute, green for approximately 1,000–1,499 gpm, orange for 500–999 gpm, and red for below 500 gpm. Justin was identified as the person who could confirm flow rates, which would determine the appropriate paint color.
Because the town has limited funds for contracted repainting, volunteers — including past volunteer crews and local church groups — offered to repaint hydrants at no charge. Participants discussed the need for higher-quality metal paint and sandblasting versus power-washing; sandblasting was noted as potentially costly.
Why it matters: Proper color coding helps firefighters and mutual-aid partners quickly assess hydrant capacity; repainting also preserves infrastructure and improves appearance.
Next steps: Justin will check flow rates and advise on color selection; volunteer groups will be mobilized to repaint hydrants if feasible.
