Floodwaters raise concerns as Texas fights New World screwworm spread

Flooding in Texas is creating challenges for efforts to combat the New World screwworm. Officials are warning that the wet conditions could lead to an increase in the parasitic fly's spread.

Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has reported that there are over 40 cases of the New World screwworm. He is urging the USDA to take action to address the issue.

For more information on the situation and the impact of flooding on the spread of the New World screwworm, readers can refer to the full report from WOAI News 4.