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Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued
Summary by Denton News Editorial Desk Amber Kite , as published by FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway In the United States, the total number of cases has risen to 27.
Agricultural officials are taking action in response to a parasite outbreak. The parasite, which consumes flesh, has been detected in multiple cases. In the United States, the total number of cases has risen to 27.
This development has led to new emergency measures being implemented. Further information on the outbreak and resulting quarantine orders can be found through local news sources, such as FOX 4 KDFW, for those seeking more details on the situation in West Texas.
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Category: safety Published: June 29, 2026 Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Agricultural officials are taking action in response to a parasite outbreak. The parasite, which consumes flesh, has been detected in multiple cases. In the United States, the total number of cases…
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