Tuscola to require Knox boxes at new sites

TUSCOLA – Starting in February, developers of new commercial buildings in Tuscola will need to install special boxes outside their buildings to give firefighters and police easy access in times of emergencies.

The Tuscola City Council voted 7-0 Monday night to adopt an ordinance requiring new commercial buildings to install Knox boxes.

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