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Wisconsin National Guard, utility leaders partner to protect power grid and natural gas lines

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WISCONSIN (WBAY) — The Wisconsin National Guard and utility leaders are coordinating to protect the state’s power grid and natural gas lines.

Maj. Gen. Matthew Strub said Wisconsin is facing increased risks, including severe weather, wildfires, and cyber attacks. Officials said the partnership is intended to speed up response times during disasters by coordinating the National Guard with local utility companies.

Officials said the partnership is designed to ensure critical services remain operational when citizens need them.

Strub is encouraging continued collaboration ahead of Wisconsin Emergency Management’s “Capstone 27” exercise, which is designed to test the state’s disaster readiness.

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