by Hydra-Shield Inc | Jun 9, 2026 | Water Theft
Five fire hydrants in Cokato, Minnesota were illegally opened, releasing more than 1 million gallons of water and causing significantly low water pressure for residents, according to an article from The Minnesota Star Tribune. Investigators believe multiple juveniles...
by Hydra-Shield Inc | Jun 3, 2026 | Water Theft
According to an article in The Daily Journal, Indiana American Water is warning Franklin residents about a rise in unauthorized fire hydrant use that is disrupting water quality and threatening system reliability. Illegal hydrant opening stirs up iron and manganese...
by Hydra-Shield Inc | May 13, 2026 | Water Theft
A Lantana man was arrested on felony charges after police said he illegally tapped a fire hydrant and bypassed electrical meters to keep utilities running, according to an article from BocaNewsNow.com. Investigators said the alleged theft damaged city infrastructure...
by Hydra-Shield Inc | May 8, 2026 | Water Theft
According to a news segment report by WMTW Channel 8, The Portland Water District alleges Railroad Weed Control, Inc. repeatedly took water from a Rigby Road hydrant without permission, triggering a damaging “water hammer” pressure surge and a string of...
by Hydra-Shield Inc | May 5, 2026 | Water Theft
The Delano City Council is weighing a new ordinance that would formally ban and fine unauthorized use of city water, including theft from fire hydrants and meter tampering, to protect ratepayers and public safety according to an article on KGET TV. Key Takeaways Water...
