It has been reported that Carruthers House has been used in various emergencies over the years so presumed to be designated as the Council Emergency Headquarters.
It has been reported that Carruthers House has been used in various emergencies over the years so presumed to be designated as the Council Emergency Headquarters.
This bunker is used by DGVOST(Dumfries and Galloway Virtual Operations Support team). This is a partnership between the council and emergency services that is used during bad weather or emergencies. I believe there is a diesel generator or there was and there is also a label directing where fuel can be added.
There is also a BBC news video giving a tour of the bunker:
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