U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials announced they will conduct a drill today at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry that could cause brief delays for travelers at the border.
The training, which will consist of a "large-scale operational readiness exercise" that will be visible to drivers, was scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. and last about 15 minutes, according to a statement from CBP.
Traffic will be stopped for the duration of the drill.
"CBP is continually assessing the capabilities of our facilities and has been making — and will continue to make — necessary preparations," the CBP statement said. "Preparations include participating in operational readiness exercises and the mobilization of resources, as needed, to ensure the facilitation of lawful trade and travel."
