What is Twin Falls Doing About All The Stink?

City of Twin Falls Addresses Concerns Over Strong Odors

Residents of Twin Falls are no strangers to the occasional unpleasant smell, given the agricultural roots of Southern Idaho. However, recent reports of powerful and persistent odors have prompted the city to take action. Social media is abuzz with theories about the sources of these smells, ranging from the Chobani Yogurt plant, Falls Brand rendering facility, and the sugar beet factory, to various dairies or perhaps the sewage treatment facility in the canyon. The source or sources have not yet been confirmed but the city is confident that the smell is not coming from the wastewater plant.

Investigating the Source

In a recent press release, the City of Twin Falls acknowledged the community's concerns and outlined their steps to identify and address the issue. Preliminary investigations have indicated that the odors are not emanating from the city's wastewater lines. Instead, the sources are likely tied to specific industries either within or near the city.
City officials are actively communicating with these industries to assess their operations and explore potential solutions to minimize odor emissions.

Call for Community Assistance

To enhance their understanding of the odors' extent and origins, the City of Twin Falls is asking residents to assist by submitting Odor Reports. These reports will help pinpoint the sources and tracking patterns, which will aid in the city's mitigation efforts. Residents can submit these reports by visiting TFID.ORG and clicking the 'nose' icon.

Commitment to Resolution

"We value the well-being of our residents and are dedicated to maintaining a high quality of life in Twin Falls," said Nathan Erickson, Environmental Manager for the City of Twin Falls. "We appreciate the community's patience and cooperation as we work to address this issue promptly and effectively."
The city is determined to find effective ways to mitigate the odors in collaboration with local industries.