The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirms two more detections of the New World screwworm in Texas, according to multiple outlets. The new cases are found in two animals located hundreds of miles apart, in La Salle County and Andrews County. Reported hosts include a calf and a dog, which illustrates that the pest can affect different types of animals. The USDA announcement comes as authorities continue efforts to contain the outbreak, which can be difficult to control once it spreads. Because New World screwworm infections can cause severe damage to livestock, coverage notes the potential risk to the cattle industry if the pest continues to expand. PBS also frames the update as part of an ongoing USDA response, with reporting that corresponds to a live update featuring a Rollins appearance as the additional cases are confirmed. Together, the sources emphasize the confirmed nature of the additional infections, the geographic separation between the locations, and the broader challenge of stopping further spread across the state.