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Firefighters spray children for summer fun, Odessa PAL event
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk Tara Thomas , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the event and the Police Athletic Leagues program can be found through local news sources, including Yourbasin and Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ.
A barbecue event was held in Odessa over the weekend, providing a fun way for children to cool off. The event featured the fire department's hose, which sprayed water for the kids to play in. Odessa Fire Rescue and the Odessa Police Department hosted the event as part of their Police Athletic Leagues youth program.
This program uses activities to achieve its goals, although the specifics of these goals are not detailed here. Further information about the event and the Police Athletic Leagues program can be found through local news sources, including Yourbasin and Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ.
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Category: safety Published: June 29, 2026 Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) Reading time: 1 min
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