Suspected sabotage threatens water supply on strategic Gotland
The Swedish police have launched an investigation into an attempted sabotage on Gotland that occurred on Sunday. The incident could have led to a shortage of drinking water on this strategically located island in the Baltic Sea.
Susanne Bjergegaard-Pettersson, who is responsible for the water and sewage network on Gotland, explained that there was an interruption in the power supply to the pumps. This could have caused serious problems with the drinking water supply for the island's residents.
Gotland, the largest island in the Baltic Sea, is inhabited by 61,000 people and holds strategic significance for Sweden. An investigation into the possible sabotage is ongoing, as confirmed by the authorities.
The return of the military to Gotland
In recent years, the Swedish military has returned to Gotland due to its strategic location southeast of Sweden's coast. The power supply interruption to the water pumps underscores the importance of securing critical infrastructure on the island.
The investigation is being conducted by the Swedish police, and its findings could have significant implications for the energy and water security of Gotland.
The island's authorities and the SAPO special services are monitoring the situation to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
