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New World Screwworm detected in cow in northwest Medina County
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Spencer Heath, Rocky Garza, Ainsley Bowar, Priscilla Carraman , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This zone includes parts of Medina, Bandera, and Uvalde counties, and is specifically referred to as "Infested Zone 09".
A detection of the New World Screwworm has been made in Medina County. The parasite was found in a cow in the northwest part of the county. This discovery was announced by County Judge Keith Lutz.
As a result of the detection, certain areas are being designated as an "Infested Zone". This zone includes parts of Medina, Bandera, and Uvalde counties, and is specifically referred to as "Infested Zone 09". Further information about this situation is available from local news sources, including KSAT 12.
Details about the implications of the infestation and any necessary precautions are likely to be found through these channels.
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Category: local Published: June 25, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A detection of the New World Screwworm has been made in Medina County. The parasite was found in a cow in the northwest part of the county. This discovery was announced by County Judge Keith Lutz. As…
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