Colors on fire hydrant bodies, or barrels, are less clear-cut than the cap colors — but they also generally convey less information. There are some recommendations in place, however.

Cincinnati’s new fire hydrant painting project is working to help firefighters keep neighbors safe by marking city hydrants.

If you're just trying to park and can't find a space, you might be tempted to park close to a fire hydrant. However, where exactly you can park may vary.

In 2022, an unrepaired fire hydrant delayed firefighting efforts at a house fire in the Northland. Also in 2022, a “dry” hydrant slowed fire crews from dousing a fire on 58th Street .

If you live in the city of Cincinnati, you might have noticed your fire hydrant got a new pop of color lately. The colors mean something.