Firefighting delayed in Third Ward due to hydrant issues

HOUSTON (KIAH) — Third Ward residents are expressing concerns following a hydrant issue that reportedly hampered firefighting efforts.

According to reports, HFD responded to a fire at a multi-unit apartment building located on Tuam street near University of Houston. Local fire authorities report that the incident was complicated by a dry hydrant that delayed the processes by 15 minutes.

NOTE: Instead, the firefighters utilized a hydrant situated further down the street.

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