GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -A fire hydrant is a pipe in the street from which firefighters can obtain water for putting out a fire.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is designed to provide rapid access to water if a fire breaks out. Fire hydrant installation consists of a system of pipe work connected directly to the water supply main to provide water to every hydrant outlet and is intended to provide water for the firemen to fight a fire.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fire hydrants are connected to the drinking water distribution system which means that the water that comes out of the hydrants to be used to fight fires is the same high quality treated water that comes out of your faucet at home.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are four main types of valves on a fire hydrant-the gate, butterfly, check and plug valves. These hydrant valves are at the bottom of fire hydrants, and their job is to open and close the plug that allows water to flow.

Detailed explanation-5: -A fire hydrant is a pipe that allows water to flow from a water main with the control of a valve in order to put out a fire. Fire Hydrant Protection System is designed to fight fire of huge proportions, in all classes of risks. It is designed to be in operation even if a part of the affected structure collapses.