Sabotage investigation launched after Gotland's water supply threat
The Swedish police have started an investigation into an attempted sabotage on Gotland, which occurred on Sunday. The incident could have caused a shortage of drinking water on this strategically located island in the Baltic Sea.
Susanne Bjergegaard-Pettersson, who oversees the water and sewage network on Gotland, explained that there was an interruption in the power supply to the pumps. This could have resulted in serious issues with the drinking water supply for the island's residents.
Gotland, the largest island in the Baltic Sea with a population of 61,000, holds strategic importance for Sweden. An investigation into 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 incident involving the power supply interruption to the water pumps underscores the importance of securing critical infrastructure on the island.
The Swedish police are conducting the investigation in this matter, and the results could significantly affect the energy and water security of Gotland.
The island's authorities and the SAPO special services are closely monitoring the situation to prevent similar incidents in the future.
