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Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite
By Amber Kite at FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The emergency quarantines issued across 21 counties in response to the New World screwworm parasite have significant implications for livestock owners and rural communities in the Frisco area, even if the parasite's presence is currently concentrated in Deep South Texas. As the parasite's expansion is contained, local farmers and ranchers in Collin and Denton counties should be vigilant about monitoring their animals for signs of infestation, given the potential for the parasite to spread northward. The Texas agricultural officials' swift action to issue quarantines demonstrates the state's commitment to protecting the livestock industry, which is a vital part of the local economy. Frisco residents who participate in agricultural activities or have livestock should take precautions to prevent the spread of the parasite, such as inspecting their animals regularly and reporting any suspicious symptoms to authorities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News ·
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What is this story about? Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
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