In future articles, we’ll discuss other problems with standpipe valves, such as pressure-restricting devices, pressure-reducing valves, and operations and hoselays from standpipe valves.

Corrigan told the News4 I-Team the standpipe valves firefighters typically use to pump water up through a building in an emergency were left in the “closed” position.

Ocean City police have recovered 10 stolen brass standpipe valves, which help fire personnel get water quickly to the upper floors of buildings.

Standpipe System Operation Standpipe systems are designed to provide fire protection water for hose lines in strategically placed locations inside a structure.

The rural community of Rio Verde Foothills has a long-term water solution after a standpipe was approved Wednesday.

MBTA was slow to repair or replace standpipe systems used to put out fires By Laura Crimaldi and Taylor Dolven Globe Staff, Updated September 17, 2023, 5:23 p.m.

MassDOT's spokesman Michael Verseckes said they're coming up with a plan to create access to the standpipe valves, but did not offer any specifics. Crews were testing the standpipe on Friday.

The fall tour of Bangor's Thomas Hill Standpipe is scheduled for Wednesday afternoon. The standpipe is open four times a year - once each season. From 3PM-6PM, visitors will be allowed to climb ...

Standpipe valve in the closed position. The design of the building limited firefighter access to the structure, Corrigan said, and the sheer size also hampered firefighter efforts.

Standpipe System Operation Standpipe systems are designed to provide fire protection water for hose lines in strategically placed locations inside a structure.