A fire hydrant is a source of water provided by most metropolitan communities to enable firefighters to tap into the water supply to assist in extinguishing a fire. It enables them to draw water from the municipal water supply.

A hose is attached to the hydrant, then the valve is opened to provide a powerful source of water.

Some communities provide sprinkler heads to enable residents to use the hydrants to cool off during hot weather.

Due to their constant presence and utilitarian nature, some cities and towns allow fire hydrants to be painted in various colors and/or as whimsical characters.

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