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Screwworm Resurgence Threatens Texas Ranches
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- Jun 6, 2026
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- 85
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Summary
Screwworm is back in Texas—second confirmed case in Zavala County, just six miles from the first, sparking a full-blown emergency. This flesh-eating pest, eradicated in 1966, is now creeping up from South America, threatening cattle, pets, wildlife, and even humans. Texas has locked down a 12-mile quarantine zone and is deploying millions of sterile flies to disrupt reproduction. With potential economic damage hitting $2 billion, ranchers and officials are on high alert—this isn’t just an animal health crisis, it’s a statewide economic threat. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e14438f8a5bdf3a4