U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands

The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.

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National story. 24 articles from 5 sources. Updated Jun 25, 2026.

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The Victoria AdvocateLean Left· Jun 25, 2026

Screwworm cases remain a threat to South Texas livestock

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NewsweekCenter· Jun 25, 2026

Map shows growing US screwworm outbreak as cases hit 20

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Fox7 AustinCenter· Jun 25, 2026

U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands

FOX 4 DallasCenter· Jun 25, 2026

U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands

Fox26 HoustonCenter· Jun 25, 2026

U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands

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FOX 4 DallasCenter· Jun 24, 2026

New World screwworm cases rise to 19 as Texas expands livestock quarantines

Fox7 AustinCenter· Jun 24, 2026

New World screwworm cases rise to 19 as Texas expands livestock quarantines

Fox26 HoustonCenter· Jun 24, 2026

New World screwworm cases rise to 19 as Texas expands livestock quarantines

The Fence PostCenter· Jun 24, 2026

Another case of screwworm in Texas

NewsweekCenter· Jun 23, 2026

US screwworm update as new case confirmed in Texas

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  1. Jun 23Screwworm in Texas: Pest found in Sutton Co. goat, state cases climb to 11
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