Fire hydrant (world object)

Fire Hydrants are objects found in the game world of Fallout 3.

History
Fire Hydrants are an active fire protection measure designed to help firefighters put out fires in urban areas. Birdsill Holly is credited with the familiar cast iron design seen in Fallout 3. Although the development of the first above ground hydrant in the USA traces back to Philadelphia in 1803, underground fire hydrants — common in parts of Europe and Asia — have existed since the 1700s. In 2277 Super Mutant Behemoths are seen using these as weopons.

Characteristics
There are some that are still intact throughout the wasteland that you can drink from. They are a good source of Health if you're low on Stimpaks. They also give you a bit of radiation if drank from.

Locations
Intact Fire Hydrants can often be found near sidewalks or near destroyed towns. A few can be found in Springvale and in the ruins of DC.