Residents in the Permian Basin who rely on well water are being urged to test their water regularly. Experts warn that clear water can still contain hidden contaminants. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service recently hosted a conference to educate the public on this issue and provided free water screening.

The conference highlighted that contaminants in well water can be impossible to detect by sight, smell, or taste. Some residents, like those in West Odessa, are already dealing with well water issues, including high salinity levels. Further details on well water testing and the issues faced by local residents are available from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and their recent "Water Matters" conference.