WACO, Texas (KWTX) - There are now 4 confirmed cases in Texas of EHV-1, or equine herpes virus, which can affect a horse’s respiratory, reproductive and nervous systems and functions.

Yesterday, the Texas Animal Health Commission reported yesterday that the outbreak began in Waco from one infected horse who participated at an event at the Extraco Events Center.

The Equine Disease Communication Center has noted two cases in Oklahoma and three in Louisiana that are directly linked to the outbreak in Waco.

The horse was at the World Finals and Elite Barrel Race event for the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association, held at the Extraco Events center from November 5 th through the 9 th .

The Texas Animal Health Commission says they are aware of four cases in Texas now and are continuing

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