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American Power Grids Vulnerable to Attack
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America’s Enemies Could Cripple Power Grids
The Russian war in Ukraine is a stark reminder that energy sources are prime targets. Russia’s attacks on nuclear reactors and other power generation sources are by design. Russia’s tactics are a reminder of America’s power-grid vulnerabilities. Bad actors have a number of options to disable American power grids. Cyber attacks, sabotage, and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) attacks are three of the primary methods that could be deployed. How long will the candles in your kitchen drawer last if enemy actions shut down or destroy your power supply? John Spence, State Director of the Colorado Electromagnetic Pulse Task Force, and Deputy Director Mike Young explain just how serious the situation is and what must be done to correct it.