Photo courtesy of City of Tacoma
An opening in the wall inside the Winthrop is one example
of the compromised structure. The hole could allow smoke
and noxious gases to easily move into the room in the case of a fire.

                                    Photo courtesy of City of Tacoma
A high voltage power box in the Winthrop that is not
covered offers one source of concern for fire inspectors.
Open wiring can be an ignition source that could
start a fire.

                                 Photo courtesy of City of Tacoma
A light fixture inside the Winthrop has exposed wiring,
as well as an extension cord dangling from the fixture.
Both conditions are violations of the City's fire code.

                                           Photo courtesy of City of Tacoma
Openings in the walls following plumbing repairs offer
more places where smoke and gases could fill hallways
and rooms during a fire.

                                            Photo courtesy of City of Tacoma
The electrical controls for the Winthrop's elevators were
not covered in the basement of the building, posing another
fire risk.