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In most jurisdictions it is illegal to park a car within a certain distance of a fire hydrant. In North America, the distances are commonly 3 to 5 metres (10 to 16 ft), often indicated by yellow or red paint on the curb. The rationale behind these laws is that hydrants need to be visible and accessible in an emergency.
Parking in a prohibited space such as a bus stop, in front of a fire hydrant, a driveway, or a garage entrance. Parking on a sidewalk (unless specifically allowed by signs). Parking in, too close to, or within an intersection, railroad crossing or crosswalk. Double parking. Parking at a parking meter without paying, or for longer than the paid ...
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The law corresponds to section 28-910 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. [1] If public emergency services (such as a fire department or paramedics) are called to rescue a flooded motorist and tow the vehicle out of danger in Arizona, the cost of those services can be billed to the motorist, plus additional liability of up to $2,000. [2]
The next time you think about parking in front of a fire hydrant, remember that A) it is illegal, and B) you might end up like this person. The driver probably figured," Hey, what are the chances ...
“It’s illegal to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant,” the FDNY said. “Seconds matter in an emergency, and blocking a hydrant could delay firefighters when responding.”
In Kansas City, it’s also illegal to park on or within four feet of streetcar tracks. In the city, the distance you must park away from a fire hydrant reduces to five feet.
The Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) is the name given to the statutory laws in the U.S. state of Arizona. The ARS went into effect on January 9, 1956. [1] It was most recently updated in the second regular session of the 55th legislature. There are 49 titles, although three have been repealed.