Lessons From Bowen-Merrill Fire Spur City Reform
The Bowen-Merrill blaze revealed city failures in fire apparatus water pressure and building inspection. It calls for regular inspections of every structure and empowered fire leadership to condemn unsafe buildings, plus nonpartisan, professional control of the fire department free from political meddling. The Sun defends its coverage and questions editorial critiques.
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