New World screwworm detected in Bandera County horse

New World screwworm detected in Bandera County horse by Victoria Arredondo Wed, November 11, 2026 at 5:43 PM 4 VIEW ALL PHOTOS A horse in Bandera County was confirmed to have New World screwworm on Nov. 9, prompting animal health officials to urge nearby Kendall County residents to watch for signs of infestation and report suspected cases. (SBG San Antonio) Comment on this story 0 Comment Share story Share topics: New World screwworm Bandera County Texas Animal Health Commission Kendall County Horse Livestock Veterinarian Texas Parks and Wildlife BANDERA COUNTY, Texas — A case of New World screwworm was confirmed in a Bandera County horse two days ago. RELATED | USDA begins hiring for new Texas facility to combat New World Screwworm In a Facebook post by the Kendall County Office of Emergency Management & Fire Marshal, officials advised Texas residents to contact their veterinarian if they suspect an infestation in their animals. Anyone who suspects an infestation should report it promptly. The Texas Animal Health Commission can be reached at 800-550-8242 for livestock and pets. Suspected cases involving wildlife can be reported to Texas Parks and Wildlife at 512-389-4505. Residents should also contact their veterinarian about concerns involving their animals. Trending Veterans Day freebies: Where to score free meals, treats and special deals in San Antonio Veterans Day freebies: Where to score free meals, treats and special deals in San Antonio Elderly man killed in violent T-bone crash on Far North Side Elderly man killed in violent T-bone crash on Far North Side Family of five killed after SUV leaves wet I-10 overpass in Seguin, parents identified Rain-slicked IH-10 in Seguin turned deadly when a Chevrolet Tahoe left an overpass near FM 725, killing a Porter family of five, including three children. FM 725 was shut for hours as police investigate. Armed man shot, killed by security guard after struggle inside East Side game room Armed man shot, killed by security guard after struggle inside East Side game room 'I'm going to kill you tonight': San Antonio man accused of stalking ex-girlfriend 'I'm going to kill you tonight': San Antonio man accused of stalking ex-girlfriend NEWS IN PHOTOS: " Local " 16 NEW Spurs, Mercy Chefs distribute 1,000 grocery boxes to military families for Veterans Day 4 NEW New World screwworm detected in Bandera County horse 3 Bexar County deputies intervene after inmate’s apparent suicide attempt 3 Man critically injured in apparent road rage shooting on Northwest Side