Ottawa water: City unveils new design for public hydrant drinking fountains [Video]

Thirsty Ottawa residents are now able to take a sip from the city’s new “selfie-worthy” public drinking water fountains.

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“Hello, wonderful people of Ottawa! It’s me, your favourite Hydrant Fountain. That’s right, I’m back again this summer and ready to make a splash in communities across our great city,” a City of Ottawa press release says.

The city says the seasonal fountains attached to a fire hydrant have undergone a “stunning transformation” with a new blue exterior and droplets of water that is “bound to turn heads” and moving away from their former monochrome grey colour.

“I may have a new look, but my main mission remains the same: provide safe and delicious drinking water to each and every one of you,” the release says.

“Whether you’re out for a stroll in the park, attending …