CBP Warns Heat Could Be Deadly for Migrants Crossing Border

 

DEL RIO, TX – According to the U.S. Border Patrol "dangerous environmental conditions pose a life-threatening risk for migrants attempting to cross the border illegally."

In a report by CBP, since October 1st of last year, which is the start of the fiscal year, agents in the Del Rio sector have recovered the bodies of 24 deceased migrants from heat exposure. They have also rescued more than 700 migrants who were in distress from heat-related issues.

According to CBP, for a person walking across the landscape in the heat of summer to avoid death or injury they must consume no less than two gallons of water. The average person cannot carry sufficient water to avoid life-threatening dehydration for several days in the brush.

"Del Rio Sector has rescue beacons in operation designed to save lives. Each beacon is equipped with a signal box activated by pressing a large red button," said CBP in a statement. "Directions are displayed in English and Spanish languages and include a pictorial guide for those who may not read or write."

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