Some workers on Arsenal Island are helping to improve security at the White House. The Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center has produced some parts for a temporary upgrade of the perimeter fence, and JMTC personnel are now in Washington to assist with the installation.
It's a joint project of the Secret Service and National Park Service following some intrusions into the White House grounds, including one man who climbed the fence and entered the building.
The JMTC has produce what's called a "removable anti-climb feature" with sharp metal points that'll be installed on top of the White House fence. The work should take about six weeks.
Meanwhile, the Secret Service and Park Service will develop a long-term design solution for the perimeter fence, with construction to start sometime next year.
