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Odessa tap water smells like sewage, city says it is safe to drink
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Luke Johnson , as published by CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com)
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway City officials have identified the cause of the odor, which is related to the introduction of a new waterline by the Colorado River Municipal Water District.
Odessa residents noticed a sewage-like smell in their tap water. The city has stated that the water is safe to drink. City officials have identified the cause of the odor, which is related to the introduction of a new waterline by the Colorado River Municipal Water District.
Further information on the situation is available from the city, which has reassured residents that the smell is not due to sewage contamination, but rather an influx of algae into the system, and that it should dissipate soon.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com) ·
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