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F. CARBON DIOXIDE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM
The Transformer Room is equipped with an automatic
carbon dioxide extinguishing system.
G. LIGHTNING PROTECTION
Lightning protection has been provided for the
Executive Mansion on account of its height.
H. AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS
The only place where sprinklers have been installed
is in the Trash Disposal Room under the North Portico.
RECOMMENDATIONS
In order to provide adequate security against fire for
life and property (especially since there are many objects of
great historical and sentimental value), the following improve-
ments are recommended:
4. FIRE DEPARTMENT PROTECTION
The District of Columbia Fire Department should be called
by telephone immediately upon the discovery of a fire, regard-
less of the extent. Arrangements for responding in such cases
could be made SO as to minimize disturbance to occupants and
avoid publicity.
5.
WATER SUPPLY
Public Water - In view of the low pressure in the District
water supply system for sprinklers and additional standpipe in
the White House hereinafter proposed, a study of the problem of
improving the pressure has been made, including an interview
with the Superintendent of the District Water Department,
resulting in two possible solutions:
First
The District Water Department construction
program for improving its water works system includes
a project for extending the first high service from
contour 70 to contour 50. The increased area covered
through lowering this service by 20 contours would
still not include the White House, since it is now
served by the low service and is at contour 40. Were
it requested officially, however, a study would be
made to determine whether it would be practicable
to extend the first high service to a lower contour
limit to include the White House. Preliminary
11
C-69090
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