3 Power Substations Vandalized in Washington State as Thousands Lose Power

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

52% :It added that "all law enforcement agencies in the county have been notified of the incidents and will be monitoring power substations in their area," noting that "power has been restored to most of the affected homes."
46% : After the shooting at the substation, law enforcement officials in Washington state and Oregon released a warning that state utility systems, too, could become targets.
45% : "Power companies in Oregon and Washington have reported physical attacks on substations, using hand tools, arson, firearms and metal chains possibly in response to an online call for attacks on critical infrastructure," said a memo issued by law enforcement in Washington state.
43% : "We do take threats against our infrastructure seriously and urge anyone with information to contact law enforcement," the FBI told CNN on Sunday.

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