The grants aim to mitigate risks posed by both natural and human-made hazards to critical water infrastructure. Communities served by the 10 selected water systems will benefit from improved resilience to extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, and flooding, as well as enhanced protection against cyberattacks. These measures are crucial for ensuring the safety and reliability of drinking water supplies, particularly in areas prone to natural disasters or with identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Failure to address these risks could lead to service disruptions, water contamination, or other public health emergencies.