When the valve opens, water flows into the piping system and ... While the downward force of the water may lower the smoke level in a room where the fire is burning, the sprinklers also serve to cool ...

Asked about a deadly Milwaukee fire, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said requiring sprinklers in older buildings would drive up costs for renters.

We need fire departments to respond and coupled with a working fire sprinkler system. It's the best combination for safety." ...