Public water suppliers must know how to prepare for and respond to natural and man-made disasters. These materials describe requirements and offer guidance on how to meet these responsibilities.
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Emergency Response for Public Water Systems
Table of Contents
General Guidance
Emergency Response Plan
Reporting Requirements
Bulk and Bottled Water
Natural Disasters, Pandemics, and Outbreaks Guidance
Cyber Threats Guidance
This checklist was prepared by the US EPA for use by Water Utilities to prepare for, respond to and recover from cyber incidents.
This poster provides several cybersecurity tips to help keep public water systems secure. It will help in educating employees on best cybersecurity practices in order to protect systems from cyberattacks.
American Water Works Association (AWWA) guidance for water utilities with recommended courses of action to reduce vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks
Chemical Safety Guidance
Financial Assistance and Mutual Aid
Assessment Tools and Other Resources
Emergency Response Forms
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