Screwworms Resurface in New Mexico

A dog in Lea County, New Mexico, has been confirmed infected with New World screwworm flies — a deadly pest thought eradicated in the U.S. for two decades. These flies lay larvae that burrow into living tissue, threatening livestock, pets, and even humans. This is the first case in New Mexico, though Texas has recently reported cattle infections. The dog, a small male in Eunice, is being treated and improving. Officials are racing to contain the outbreak by inspecting other animals and ramping up outreach, emphasizing early detection as critical to preventing a wider spread. 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/c27da5bc20cdf261