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Witnesses: smoke near the entrance of Market Street in Odessa
By KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - People were seen gathered at Market Street near 42nd St. and JBS Parkway on Sunday evening after witnesses say they saw smoke. According to witnesses on scene, people were gathered outside the store. They described it as a type of haze near the entrance. The witnesses said ...
Key takeaway First Alert 7 has reached out to Odessa Fire Rescue to learn more about the scene.
Why this matters in The Midland
The incident on Market Street in Odessa raises concerns for residents of the surrounding areas, including those in the City of Midland , who frequently visit the Market Street location. Given the city's proximity to Odessa, many Midland residents likely shop at this store, and the lack of smoke alarms and prompt evacuation procedures is troubling. The fact that a man was taken to the hospital with symptoms of smoke inhalation suggests that the situation could have been more severe. As the investigation unfolds, Midland residents will be watching to see what measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future, not just in Odessa, but also in their own city. The Midland Fire Department and local businesses may also take note of this incident to review their own emergency procedures and ensure they are adequately prepared to respond to similar situations.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - People were seen gathered at Market Street near 42nd St. and JBS Parkway on Sunday evening after witnesses say they saw smoke. According to witnesses on scene, people were gathered outside the store. They described it as a type of haze near the entrance. The witnesses said ...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 22, 2026 by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) and curated for The Midland readers.
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