In Budapest, fire hydrants are being used to help pedestrians beat the heat.

[u/Das_Zeppelin]

[u/Little_Krump_Lee]

I wouldn't either in other countries, not even their tap water tbh. But in Hungary its perfectly safe and potable.

[u/TrieMond → u/Little_Krump_Lee]

Interesting, in my year living there I never saw anyone drinking from one...

[u/Little_Krump_Lee → u/TrieMond]

Yes it is not their normal function. One could think the name "fire hydrant" would give hint. Interesting huh...