Terrorist/Threat Alert Continues (Latest Information)

For water and wastewater systems:

All water and wastewater systems should be on their highest level of alert for any unusual or suspicious activities.  A number of suspicious phone calls, e-mails and people in unusual places have been reported by rural and small systems.  Any unusual activities or suspicious inquiries should be immediately reported to law enforcement authorities.

While an incident may be unlikely in your system, the potential has to be taken seriously.  Systems should assess their operations and enhance the security in all areas.

This high level of alert is expected to extend into the new year.  It is a safety precaution to protect infrastructure and insure the safety of public drinking water supplies and wastewater treatment facilities.

For water system customers:

In this unusual time in our history, we ask for your assistance in helping keep your community safe.  If you see anyone in or around your water or wastewater system that appears suspicious or looks out of place, please report it immediately to your system or the local law enforcement authorities.

Our industry, and indeed the entire country, is on a high level of alert.  While an incident in your area may be unlikely, the potential has to be taken seriously.   Your eyes on your community is a critical preventative measure.