What connects two main loops and allows routing of water around damaged sections of firemain?

• A. Risers
• B. Relief valve
• C. Cross connections
• D. Cut out valves

Answer: (C)

Cross connections are the links between two separate firemain loops that let water be rerouted around a damaged section. By opening these cross-connection paths, water from an intact loop can be fed into the area of the damaged loop, maintaining pressure and supply to hydrants and eductors even if part of one loop is out of service. This redundancy is essential for keeping firefighting capability alive during damage control scenarios. Risers move water between deck levels, but don’t provide an alternate path around damaged sections. A relief valve controls pressure, not routing water around damage. Cut-out valves isolate a damaged segment; they don’t connect the loops for alternative flow.