Cases of parasitic screwworm have been confirmed in the area. The screwworm flies pose a risk to warm-blooded animals, including humans. Further details are available from local news sources, including information on the spread of the parasite.

It is known that the flies lay eggs on their hosts, which then develop into larvae. These larvae, also known as maggots, feed on the surrounding flesh as they move deeper into the host's body. For more specific information on the risk and spread of screwworm, readers can consult the full report from KTSM 9 News.