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Heat-sensing drones help find screwworms on the border
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sandra Sanchez , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Drones equipped with heat-sensing technology are being utilized to detect New World screwworm infections.
In West Lake Hills , local residents may be interested in a development on the Texas border. Drones equipped with heat-sensing technology are being utilized to detect New World screwworm infections. This effort involves collaboration between government agencies, including the US Department of Agriculture and US Customs and Border Protection.
High-ranking officials, including the US Agriculture Secretary and the US Customs and Border Protection Commissioner, have been involved in the launch of these drones. Further details about this initiative can be found through local news sources, such as KXAN. The use of drones represents a new approach to addressing the issue of screwworm infections in the area.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In West Lake Hills , local residents may be interested in a development on the Texas border. Drones equipped with heat-sensing technology are being utilized to detect New World screwworm infections…
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