Where is screwworm in Texas? Track cases here.
· KRGV (NBC 5)
The New World screwworm has been detected in a calf in Zavala County, Texas, raising concerns for the state's beef industry, which is valued at $41 billion annually. Following the initial detection on June 3, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported additional cases. Nearly 28,000 cases have been recorded in Mexico since November 2024. In response, state and federal officials are enhancing surveillance and implementing control measures, including increased fly traps and the release of sterile flies. The screwworm poses a significant threat to livestock and wildlife, as it can cause severe damage to living tissue.
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