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Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Amber Kite , as published by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points As of now, there are 26 confirmed cases in the United States. The affected area includes parts of Deep South Texas.
Agricultural officials in Texas have taken action to address a parasite issue. Emergency measures are in place across multiple counties. The affected area includes parts of Deep South Texas.
The parasite in question is known to be harmful. It has been detected in several locations. As of now, there are 26 confirmed cases in the United States.
For more information on the quarantine orders and the parasite's impact, residents in Trophy Club can refer to the latest updates from Texas agricultural officials and other reliable sources.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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