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By Alice Dietz, Cowlitz PUD Comunications/ Public Relations Manager

Substation Vandalism

We wanted to reach out to customers who have heard about or were impacted by the substation vandalisms that took place in November. We, along with other regional utilities, are continuing to work closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement. We take these vandalisms very seriously and are doing the following updates to secure our vital infrastructure:

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The good news is that a massage therapist at Raindance Acupuncture, in Kelso, who is familiar with vertigo remedies helped me further. She implemented a sequence of movements/positions — presumably similar to the Epley Maneuver —on me that apparently allowed the crystals to return to the place in my inner ear where they belonged. At least for now.

I just checked and learned that we can watch Hitchcock’s Vertigo, starring Jimmy Stewart, on Amazon Prime. I just hope it doesn’t make me dizzy. But there’s always the Epley. And you can try it at home.

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•Increased physical security inside the substations

•After hour patrols by clearly marked security companies. Included in these patrols, is the security company walking the perimeter of each substation when visiting afterhours.

•Increased presence of local law enforcement.

•Increased after-hours presence of PUD personnel.

•Installation of additional alarms in the substations.

As we see vandalisms on the rise across our region, you can help! If you see something suspicious or notice any questionable behavior, notify the police immediately. If you have any questions, please reach out to me at 360-501-9146 or adietz@cowlitzpud. org

Alice Dietz is Cowlitz PUD’s Communications/Public Relations Manager. Reach her at adietz@ cowlitzpud.org, or 360-501-9146.

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