EL PASO COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) – A case of The New World screwworm has been positively identified in El Paso County
According to a statement by State Representative Mary E. González the office has been in communication with the appropriate state agencies and will continue monitoring the situation.
The community will continue to be updated as time progresses.
The New World screwworm affects animals beyond livestock and residents are asked to check on their pets and monitor them closely.
It is important that members of our community stay vigilant and go to their veterinarians if they believe their animal may have been impacted
For more information on signs and where to report, the statement directed residents to tdem.texas.gov/disasters/new-world-screwworm
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