Testing, testing

Fort Scott Fire Department firefighter Travis Mewhinney, left, and FSFD Lt. Clint Roberts test a fire hydrant on North Main Street Wednesday afternoon. Roberts said there are about 500 hydrants within the city tested annually by the fire department. The test includes checking the hydrant’s water flow and pressure.

Jason E. Silvers

Fort Scott Fire Department firefighter Travis Mewhinney, left, and FSFD Lt. Clint Roberts test a fire hydrant on North Main Street Wednesday afternoon. Roberts said there are about 500 hydrants within the city tested annually by the fire department. The test includes checking the hydrant’s water flow and pressure.