Local Disaster Declarations for Drought and Screwworms
Jim Wells County, TX
Summary
The court will consider extending local disaster declarations for ongoing drought conditions and the threat of the New World screwworm affecting local wildlife and livestock.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
- Importance
- 25
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 2 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
Impact analysis
Helps unlock emergency response resources and potential state or federal disaster relief.
Local agricultural producers, livestock owners, and county residents affected by environmental emergencies.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Commissioner's Court - Oct 9, 2026
The court will consider extending local disaster declarations for ongoing drought conditions and the threat of the New World screwworm affecting local wildlife and livestock.
Commissioner's Court - Sep 21, 2026
The county approved emergency disaster declarations for severe drought and the looming threat of the New World screwworm to protect local agriculture and position the county for potential state assistance.
Commissioner's Court - Aug 7, 2026
Extending local disaster declarations ensures Jim Wells County can keep seeking state and federal help for ongoing drought and livestock pest threats.
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