New World Screwworm Disaster Declaration
Summary
Medina County officials renewed a local disaster declaration to combat the potential threat of the New World Screwworm, protecting local livestock and agricultural interests.
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Expect potential spikes in insurance premiums and local tax dollars being diverted to emergency response and recovery efforts.
Local livestock producers and agricultural operations in Medina County.
Local residents and farmers who lost property or land in the blaze are the ones taking the biggest hit.
Mentions & discussions (4)
New World Screwworm detected in cow in Medina County; Bandera County passes declaration measure
New World Screwworm detected in cow in Medina County; Bandera County passes declaration measure KSAT
Medina County cow tests positive for New World screwworm, officials say
Medina County cow tests positive for New World screwworm, officials say WOAI
Commissioners Court Special Meeting — June 22, 2026
Medina County officials renewed a local disaster declaration to combat the potential threat of the New World Screwworm, protecting local livestock and agricultural interests.
Photos: 1,000+ acres of land burned in Medina County
Photos: 1,000+ acres of land burned in Medina County KSAT
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