The logic was that having their own hydrant ready to go—along with hoses, nozzles and adapters, and even a private water source—could ... pipe and gated valve—is part of a local community fire brigade ...

Homeowners are buying and installing private fire hydrant systems to help protect their homes during wildfires.

It's been a yearslong problem — people driving over fire hoses in Muskegon County. And it's more than just an inconvenience for firefighters.