MAP: Where have New World screwworm cases been reported in Texas?

AUSTIN (KXAN) — KXAN is keeping track of the number of New World screwworm (NWS) cases across Texas. The first case was reported June 3 in Zavala County — the first in the state since 1966.

The parasitic fly, which lays eggs in the wounds or orifices of animals, can be fatal for livestock.

“Planning and preparing for an outbreak of NWS is essential to protect public health, animal health, agriculture, the environment, our food supply and the economy,” the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) said.

As of June 11, eight cases have been reported in Texas. Another case has been reported in New........

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