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Our city's water pipes are ancient and breaking down, meaning more water woes are likely on the horizon for Corpus Christi. This isn't just a local problem; it's a preview of what many cities across the country are facing.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days.
Get ready for potential tax hikes or higher water bills as we'll need big bucks to fix this mess.
Everyone benefits when we have safe, reliable drinking water, but especially future generations who won't have to deal with this mess.
Right now, residents are harmed by the unreliable and potentially unsafe water, and future taxpayers will be on the hook for repairs.
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The Corpus Christi Water Crisis Isn’t Exceptional. It’s Early. The Texas Observer