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• Mexican fruit fly prompts quarantine in Cameron County Play Video

  January 20, 2020 6:00 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Dozens of square miles in Cameron County are under quarantine because of Mexican fruit flies. The pest known as the Mexican fruit fly invades more than 40 types of fruits and nuts. A recent test confirmed they are in the Rio Grande Valley once again. Under... more »

• Residents Advised to Properly Maintain Christmas Trees to Prevent Fire Hazard Play Video

  December 27, 2018 4:20 PM

  EDINBURG – Christmas trees are still displayed in many Rio Grande Valley homes. Fire officials say trees that are not maintained could put your safety at risk. Edinburg Deputy Fire Chief Ubaldo Perez says keeping the trees watered properly could preserve it and minimize the risk of becoming... more »

• RGV Cities Asking Residents to Recycle Christmas Trees Play Video

  December 26, 2018 2:59 PM

  WESLACO – Several Rio Grande Valley cities are asking people to recycle their trees this year. Some of the Christmas trees will be used for mulch, which works as a natural insect repellant. The city of Harlingen is taking the trees to South Padre Island where they’ll be... more »