**Security Filter Installation at San Ysidro Border this Thursday**
Starting Thursday, November 28, the first specialized security filter will be installed in the fast access lanes of the Sentri line at the San Ysidro Border Crossing. This initiative was announced by the Economic Development Secretariat (SEDETI). The filter will become operational from 8:00 in the morning, with involvement from the National Guard, Municipal Police, and other authorities in a preventive manner to address any situations outside their jurisdiction.
Pedro Montejo Peterson, head of SEDETI, explained that the filter will be placed on the right side, 55 meters from the Sentri Line beginning at 6:00 AM. The operation involves cooperation with the National Guard, the Security and Citizen Protection Secretariat, and the National Institute of Migration. The aim is to reflect the effectiveness of this initial filter soon, which will be followed by the installation of a second filter on the left side, and eventually, a third one at the Otay Border Crossing.
The implementation of these security measures aims to streamline the border crossing process and ensure collaboration between various levels of government to support the needs of the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Within the next week, preliminary results from this first filter are expected to be visible.
**Related News: Cross-Border Security Measures Enhanced**
In a related development, additional security efforts are underway to enhance the functionality and safety of border crossings in Tijuana. Private security guards are being deployed to assist in the supervision of these areas starting December. Their presence is intended to deter unauthorized activities such as individuals collecting money or obstructing traffic flow.
Furthermore, the city of Tijuana is preparing for potential demonstrations at border checkpoints. The government is coordinating closely with various local departments to manage any disruptions effectively. The collaboration includes traffic management improvements, like traffic light synchronization, to ease congestion at critical junctions such as the route from Otay to Boulevard Rosas Magallón.
Officials continue to work on these enhancements to ensure smoother traffic flow while maintaining rigorous security controls at the border crossings, underscoring the ongoing commitment to coordinate efforts across federal, state, and municipal levels to achieve these objectives.
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