CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. - Federal authorities are investigating cyberattacks targeting water utility systems across multiple states. Two confirmed incidents occurred in Georgia prompting concerns from customers.

The Clayton County Water Authority confirmed Monday that hackers targeted its system last week. On Tuesday, Columbus Water Works also confirmed it experienced a cyberattack, saying it detected the intrusion and that the city's drinking water was never compromised.

How the state is responding, LIVE on Channel 2 at 6:00 p.m.

The FBI issued a nationwide alert Thursday warning that malicious cyber actors are targeting operational technology devices used by water and wastewater utilities.

The bureau said utilities in at least seven states had reported incidents, while ABC News has reported the number has grown to 12 states.

Clayton County resident Patrica Mahone said she initially dismissed a boil water advisory issued over the weekend.

 I thought it was for Forest Park,  Mahone said.

She said she was surprised to learn days later that the advisory was connected to a cyberattack.

 When I heard about Georgia ... that's kind of scary,  she said.



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