The traffic lines to cross into Mexico through both ports of entries was something that port authorities on both sides of the river had never witnessed before. This heavy influx of traffic caused severe problems as authorities moved to deal with the traffic congestion, and the long lines of vehicles that at one point stretched all the way from International Bridge No. 1 to the West Lakes Subdivision -  approximately 3 miles away. 

  An explanation into this never before seen event of massive proportions is largely due to a perfect storm of various events, including falling of gas prices, expendable income and confidence in Mexico’s security after years of border unrest.

   Authorities on both sides of the border are likely already making plans to deal with the anticipated stream of returning travelers after the holiday season ends.  

   Eagle Pass Mayor Ramsey E. Cantu stated that local authorities are preparing to deal with the in-coming traffic congestion in order to relieve the strain on local law enforcement officials and normalize community traffic-flow.