A parasitic infestation is posing a threat to animal shelters in Texas. The presence of screwworm, a deadly parasite, could exacerbate the already dire situation in stray animal shelters. Most shelters are currently operating at full capacity, leaving little room for additional animals that may be affected by the infestation.

Further information on the potential implications of the screwworm infestation is available from Houston Public Media, which has reported on the issue and its potential to lead to "mass euthanasias" in crowded shelters.