Additionally, the CBP said Border Patrol agents are working tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of the United States as well as the well-being of the people they encounter.
Border Patrol officials warn that it dangerous to be stranded in the Arizona desert this summer due to the extreme heat. The Arizona desert is a merciless environment for those unprepared. The terrain is harsh and the weather is unpredictable.
Last week, four hikers in Tucson died due to the dangerous heatwave in the area.