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Odessa Mayor says city seeking free week of water service following odor issues
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Chloe Ryan, Tamlyn Price , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on these developments can be found through local news sources, including KOSA CBS7.
In Odessa, efforts are underway to address recent water issues. A plan is being developed to provide residents with complimentary water service for a limited time. This comes after complaints about the water's smell.
The city's water system is set to be showcased to the media, with a focus on its aging infrastructure. This infrastructure processes water from the Colorado River Municipal Water District. Further information on these developments can be found through local news sources, including KOSA CBS7.
Details on the proposed solution and the city's water system are available from these sources.
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Category: safety Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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