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Animal movement restrictions issued after New World screwworm detected in West Texas
By Tamlyn Price at CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com)
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
PECOS COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - State animal health officials have issued emergency animal movement restrictions for parts of West Texas after the detection of the New World screwworm in a dog in Pecos County.The Texas Animal Health Commission announced an executive order restricting the movement of...
Key takeaway The Texas Animal Health Commission announced an executive order restricting the movement of certain animals in Crockett, Pecos and Terrell counties following the June 30 detection.
Why this matters in The Odessa
The detection of New World screwworm in Pecos County has significant implications for the livestock industry in the Permian Basin area, including Ector County. As a major hub for ranching and agriculture, the region's economy is heavily reliant on the health and well-being of its animal populations. The emergency animal movement restrictions issued by the Texas Animal Health Commission will likely impact local farmers and ranchers, who will need to take extra precautions to prevent the spread of the parasite. In Odessa , animal owners should be vigilant in inspecting their livestock for signs of infestation and report any suspected cases to the authorities immediately. The ongoing efforts to contain the outbreak will require close collaboration between local animal health officials, veterinarians, and the community to prevent the spread of the New World screwworm and protect the region's agricultural industry.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? PECOS COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - State animal health officials have issued emergency animal movement restrictions for parts of West Texas after the detection of the New World screwworm in a dog in Pecos County.The Texas Animal Health Commission announced an executive order restricting the movement of...
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