Residents are being advised to be cautious with their pets and livestock. Williamson County officials are urging vigilance due to screwworm cases reported in other parts of Texas.

Although no local cases have been reported, residents are being asked to watch for signs of screwworm in their animals. Further information on the situation and how to identify screwworm signs can be found through news outlets.

For more details on the screwworm cases and the precautions being recommended, residents can consult the original report from Williamson County officials.