How far must you park from a fire hydrant?

Parking regulations regarding fire hydrants are established to ensure that emergency services have unobstructed access to firefighting equipment in case of a fire. In Montana, the law requires that vehicles must be parked at least 10 feet away from a fire hydrant. This distance is critical because it allows firefighters to easily reach the hydrant and connect their hoses without additional obstacles, which can save precious time during emergencies.

Parking too close to a hydrant impedes access and can lead to penalties, as well as potentially endangering lives and property if firefighters cannot reach the water source quickly. The specified distance of 10 feet serves as a safety measure to ensure that adequate space is available for emergency operations.