Environmentscore 220·3 metrosupdated 45m ago
Texas Governor Activates Level 2 Response to Screwworm Outbreak
Governor Greg Abbott has elevated the state's response to the New World Screwworm outbreak to Level 2 as cases rise to four. Ranchers and livestock producers are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspected cases.
Where it's breaking
Local coverage
Texas Ag Commissioner Critiques USDA Over Screwworm Detection
USDA Secretary to Announce Response Plan for Screwworm Cases in Texas
Texas Governor Activates Level 2 Response to Screwworm Outbreak
Flesh-eating parasite found in Texas livestock prompts federal emergency response
Flesh-eating parasite found in Texas livestock prompts federal emergency response
Flesh-Eating Parasite Triggers Federal Emergency in Texas
A flesh-eating cattle parasite is spreading in Texas as new far-flung screwworm cases are found
USDA confirms two more cases of flesh-eating New World screwworm in Texas
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