Hackers Target U.S. Water Systems | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

Cyberattacks are hitting water systems across the U.S., disrupting pumps and valves in at least a dozen states — including Michigan, Minnesota, Georgia, New Jersey, and South Dakota. In Minnesota alone, over 30 systems were compromised, forcing some to switch to manual operations. One Georgia county issued a boil water advisory, though it was resolved quickly. Officials suspect Iranian-linked hackers, using weak passwords, behind the attacks — though no one’s drinking water has been contaminated. The FBI and EPA had warned utilities months ago to disconnect from the internet and strengthen…