Suisun City Declares Emergency After Cyberattack Disrupts 911 Services
Suisun City in California has declared a state of emergency following a cyberattack that disrupted critical public services, including the 911 emergency call system. The attack, which occurred on August 7, involved malicious software breaching the city's IT systems, prompting officials to shut down the entire computer network to prevent further damage. Despite the disruption, emergency services continue to operate, with 911 calls being rerouted through the Solano County dispatch center. The city is collaborating with federal and state agencies, including the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security, to investigate the breach and restore affected systems.