- Texas has released New World screwworm Infested Zone 11.
- Infested Zone 04 has been modified.
- State and federal subject matter experts determined the areas met requirements for zone release.
- The changes remove NWS-related movement requirements for livestock and pets in certain areas.
- Interstate movement and international export requirements remain in effect.
- Several New World screwworm infested zones remain in place in Texas.
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) has released one New World screwworm (NWS) infested zone in Texas and modified another, with concurrence from USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).
The actions were taken after state and federal subject matter experts confirmed the areas met the requirements for zone release outlined in APHIS’ New World Screwworm Response Playbook.
The changes include the release of Infested Zone 11 and modification of Infested Zone 04.
Movement requirements change in affected areas
Releasing or modifying the infested zones removes NWS-related movement requirements for livestock and pets within certain areas.
Interstate movement requirements and international export requirements will continue to apply.
Several NWS infested zones remain in place in Texas. APHIS and TAHC are continuing to evaluate conditions for future zone releases.
Texas animal owners are advised to check TAHC resources for current information about infested-zone locations, animal movement requirements and requirements specific to individual zones.
APHIS and TAHC said they will continue using surveillance, early detection and rapid response measures and will release areas when established criteria have been met.
Information sourced from USDA APHIS and the Texas Animal Health Commission.
