Terrorism and security of water distribution systems: A primer

This paper presents an overview of a generic water distribution system sufficient to highlight the system's vulnerabilities, common misperceptions about attacks and how to respond, and an overview of available decontamination methods.

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Published in:Defense & security analysis 2004-12, Vol.20 (4), p.373-380
Main Authors: Ginsberg, M. D., Hock, V. F.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Contamination
Emergency preparedness
Security management
Terrorism
Water treatment plants
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Summary:This paper presents an overview of a generic water distribution system sufficient to highlight the system's vulnerabilities, common misperceptions about attacks and how to respond, and an overview of available decontamination methods.
ISSN:1475-1798
1475-1801
DOI:10.1080/1475179042000305822