Snow-covered fire hydrant? Milwaukee Fire asks for help clearing

The Milwaukee Fire Department is making a plea to the public for help as it relates to snow-covered fire hydrants.

They're urging residents who have hydrants near them in their neighborhoods to shovel at least a three-foot circumference around the hydrant. 

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Officials pointed out that snow tends to pile up around hydrants when plows go by. If these can be cleared, it could potentially save lives and homes. 

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