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El Paso residents set up water stations to beat the heat
By Nina Gallegos at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
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Why this matters in The El Paso
The community water stations set up by Sun City Pickers are a welcome addition to El Paso 's public spaces, particularly in areas like Downtown where pedestrians and commuters are often exposed to the scorching summer sun. With temperatures expected to soar to 109 degrees, the risk of heat-related illness is a pressing concern, and access to free drinking water can be a lifesaver. The fact that these water stations are volunteer-run and maintained by a nonprofit that also organizes weekly litter pickups speaks to the growing momentum of community-led initiatives in El Paso aimed at promoting sustainability and public health. As the city continues to experience extreme heat waves, it will be worth watching how these community water stations are received and whether they can be replicated in other neighborhoods, potentially with support from local government or businesses.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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