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Minnesota Water Systems Hit by Cyberattack | Minneapolis News
Over 30 Minnesota water systems hit by a brazen cyberattack that shut down pumps and valves—no water contamination, but conservation orders issued as towns scrambled to respond. Four systems named: Braham, Maple Plain, Plymouth, and South St. Paul, with others kept secret. Maple Plain declared a state of emergency; others switched to manual operations. Braham shut off wells after confirming external intrusion. A federal probe found 70% of water systems lack cyber response plans. FBI and state agencies are investigating; some towns shut down computer systems entirely to isolate threats. This…
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