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Texas Battles Deadly Screwworm Outbreak
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Texas is sounding the alarm over a deadly New World screwworm outbreak near San Angelo, where this flesh-eating parasite threatens livestock and even pets. The Texas Department of Agriculture has declared a disaster to fast-track aid, with strict inspection protocols for moving animals to prevent spread. Ranchers face economic peril, while officials debate whether the USDA missed a key solution. Education campaigns are ramping up to help locals spot signs and stop the infestation before it cripples the region’s agriculture.
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