Screwworms Back in Texas

A terrifying twist from Texas: for the first time since the 60s, a flesh-eating New World screwworm has been found in a calf — and officials are treating it like a national security threat. These deadly maggots, eradicated decades ago via sterile fly releases, have quietly lingered in the Caribbean and South America — and now they’re back. The USDA has locked down the area, deployed more sterile flies, and urged ranchers and pet owners to watch for signs of infection. While human cases are rare, they’re possible — especially for those with open wounds. Stay vigilant, keep wounds covered, and report any suspicious signs fast. The U.S. has handled this before — and it’s ready to do it again. 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/88876f88af711c3e