The popular makeshift fire hydrant goldfish aquarium in Brooklyn has dried up after the FDNY had to shut down the aquarium to fix the leaking hydrant.
The “Bed-Stuy Aquarium,” quickly became a beloved landmark for residents in the neighborhood and visitors who saw it on social media.
Residents created the homemade goldfish tank after a leaky fire hydrant created a puddle on the sidewalk.
It was on display for the neighborhood to enjoy at the intersection of Tompkins Avenue and Hancock Street and residents wanted it to become a permanent fixture.
During a routine inspection, the fire department drained the water on Tuesday to seal the leak in the fire hydrant, which resulted in the fish dying.
“It didn’t hurt anything. What hurt it was when they turned the water off,” an upset neighbor said.
The fire department said the leaking hydrant and homemade pond is a safety issue and that they need to access the hydrant in case of an emergency.
The fish and the hydrant aquarium were a favorite neighborhood curiosity.