LAREDO, Tex.

(KGNS) - The city of Laredo is taking extra precautions to protect pets and wildlife from the New World Screwworm, despite there being no reported cases in Webb County.

The mayor of Laredo announced local amendments on Friday, June 19, to complement the statewide emergency declaration issued by Gov. Greg Abbott."That emergency declaration is to raise awareness and get additional support from the state," Mayor Victor Trevino said.