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Odessa residents could see 7-days of free water following odor concerns
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Joseph Sweeney , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The odor was first reported on July 23 and has been described in various ways.
Odessa residents may receive a week of free water due to concerns over the water supply's odor. The water is still considered safe to use, but residents have been noticing an unpleasant smell. The odor was first reported on July 23 and has been described in various ways.
In response to the complaints, the City of Odessa released water testing data to address concerns about the water's quality. Further details about the situation and the city's response can be found through local news sources, including KMID ABC Big 2.
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Category: government Published: July 29, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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