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Border Buoys Washed Away in Flood | San Antonio News
Fifty-five border buoys meant to deter illegal crossings along the Rio Grande were swept away by floods near Eagle Pass, floating all the way to Laredo where they jammed traffic at the World Trade Bridge for over five hours—crippling commerce. While intended to aid border security, the abandoned buoys raised serious questions about planning and execution, with some reportedly stolen by locals. Customs officials are now working with contractors to recover them and reassess safeguards for future deployments, as Laredo’s mayor emphasized the need to adapt strategies in light of nature’s…
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