A federal response is underway to contain an outbreak of a flesh-eating parasite. U.S. Customs and Border Protection is playing a role in this effort. The agency's support includes training and information sharing. Staff will be trained, and the public will be informed about the issue.

The agency will also help with the movement of essential supplies. This is part of a broader effort to address the problem.

Further details about the response and the outbreak are available from the agency's announcement.