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Texas screwworm cases rise to 15 as Abbott pushes sterile fly facility
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: KEYE , as published by CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local
· June 22, 2026
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Key takeaway The situation is being closely monitored by state leaders, including Governor Abbott, who is pushing for a sterile fly facility to help combat the issue.
In Texas, the number of screwworm cases has increased to 15. This rise has prompted a response from state leaders and animal welfare groups. They are working to contain the parasitic fly, which poses a threat.
Further details on the efforts to address the screwworm cases are available from local news sources. The situation is being closely monitored by state leaders, including Governor Abbott, who is pushing for a sterile fly facility to help combat the issue.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Texas, the number of screwworm cases has increased to 15. This rise has prompted a response from state leaders and animal welfare groups. They are working to contain the parasitic fly, which poses…
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