What is American States Water Company doing to safeguard local drinking water supplies and protect wastewater treatment plants against terrorist acts?

To reduce the risk of terrorism affecting local water supplies and distribution systems, American States Water Company is following recommendations from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Environment Protection Agency, the American Water Works Association and the California Office of Emergency Services. While water systems have a low relative likelihood of experiencing terrorist acts, these agencies advise that water systems should guard against unplanned physical intrusion, review emergency response plans, and increase vigilance. American States Water Company has taken all these steps and is continuing to look for additional safety improvements.