This morning in Texas:
Tropical moisture brings continued risk of rainfall and flooding. Heat also remains a hazard across much of the state.
Texans should track local weather conditions and act upon instructions issued by local officials.
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Texas Department of State Health Services. The state public health department of Texas. Together for a #HealthyTexas
- Texas DSHS repostedAs severe weather remains a concern: when in doubt, stay out of water-covered roadways. Do not attempt to drive through it. Even a small amount of moving water can quickly become dangerous and put lives at risk. Check current road conditions: DriveTexas.org #txwx
- Texas DSHS repostedGovernor Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties as severe storms continue to threaten TX communities. More: gov.texas.gov/news/post/gove… TDEM encourages Texans to pay attention to local forecasts, stay informed, and follow instructions from local officials.Gov. Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties as severe storms and flood threats continue across the state. Texans are urged to monitor local weather forcast & heed all warnings from local officials.
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- Two Texans who were monitored for hantavirus have shown no signs of illness. They are no longer under public health guidance related to this exposure.
- New World screwworm has been identified in South Texas. The State of Texas, including the Office of the Governor, Texas Animal Health Commission, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and DSHS, is working with the USDA to prevent the spread of NWS. Read more: bit.ly/43gWBmx
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First confirmed U.S. case of New World Screwworm found today in a calf in Zavala County, about 100 miles southwest of San Antonio. We are working with the @TAHC, @USDA and partners statewide to respond. DETAILS: tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/rele…
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New World screwworm has been detected in Texas. Texas A&M @AgriLife is prepared for this moment, and our experts are ready to help. Here's what you need to know right now. Inspect, report and stay informed with us at tx.ag/screwworm. @TAHC @TPWDnews
- Texas DSHS reposted
🚨 With the recent detection of New World screwworm in a 3-week-old bovine in Zavala County, TX, USDA urges residents to contact your veterinarian right away if you see any suspicious wounds, maggots, or infestations in your animals or herd. If you see signs of maggot
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This evening, I hosted a call with Texas media alongside @USDA Under Secretary Dudley Hoskins and Texas animal health officials to provide an update on the confirmed detection of New World Screwworm (NWS) in South Texas and outline our immediate response efforts. We briefed
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On June 3, 2026, TAHC received confirmation of a detection of NWS in Zavala County, Texas. A sample collected from a three-week-old calf with an umbilical lesion was identified and confirmed as NWS by NVSL in Ames, Iowa. Read the full press release here: bit.ly/6-3-26NWS
- As of June 1, all Texas newborns are screened for 60 rare genetic conditions. Along with the blood panel, babies are screened for hearing loss and heart health. Read the full press release here: bit.ly/4x9K1Du
- Texas DSHS repostedState emergency response resources assisted local responders with multiple flood rescues across Central TX overnight. Conditions can change quickly. Monitor local forecasts, have several ways to receive notifications, and never drive on flooded roads. Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
