Texas Declares Disaster Emergency as “Flesh-Eating” New World Screwworm Fly Threat Moves North From Mexico
TEXAS — Texas has issued a statewide disaster declaration over the New World screwworm fly, a so-called “flesh-eating” insect officials say is spreading north from Mexico and getting closer every day. State officials say the declaration is meant to ensure funding, personnel, and response resources are ready to act immediately if the fly reaches Texas….