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Bridge supervisor urges tech, binational coordination to ease truck congestion at Laredo ports
Summary
A bridge supervisor described daily congestion at Laredo—s ports of entry, recommended targeted technology upgrades, new truck routing and stronger binational coordination with Mexican officials to reduce backups that can extend onto city streets. Panelists agreed Mexican customs system outages and cross-border operational
A bridge supervisor (referred to in discussion as Mr. Galvano) presented a practicum on traffic congestion at Laredo—s ports of entry and recommended technology upgrades, new truck-routing strategies and deeper coordination with Mexican authorities.
The presenter said Laredo is a trade hub and that congestion from commercial traffic stretches onto city arteries, affecting residents, public safety and overall traffic flow. "Traffic control…
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