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Webb County and Laredo lock in second water source, securing 90 million gallons a day
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Yocelin Gallardo , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A significant amount, approximately 90 million gallons daily, will be added to the supply.
City and county officials have finalized agreements to bring in additional water. A significant amount, approximately 90 million gallons daily, will be added to the supply. This development comes as a relief, as the city has previously relied heavily on a single source.
Details of the agreements include partnerships with two entities, which will provide the additional water. The city currently uses around 37 million gallons of water per day. Further information on these agreements can be found through local news sources.
The addition of this new water source is expected to have a positive impact on the city's water supply, although full details of the plans are not available here.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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