The plant has not installed required fire detectors or fire suppression systems in various locations.

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Among other improvements introduced or recommended: better insulation of cables and switchboards, and more fire suppression systems.

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After the Rhode Island fire, changes in fire codes focused on the need for fire suppression systems.

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Interior designers are required to know about building codes, mechanical and electrical systems, fire suppression methods and sustainability measures.

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During the storm, water filled the basement of the Immigration Building, and there was also significant damage to mechanical systems and the building's fire suppression system.

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