Military presence at the Yuma border to provide logistical support

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Desert Southwest border has some military back up as the United States Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 15 are in the area.

"Bringing some of their technology so we can increase our situational awareness," said Michael Wisniewski, Assistant Chief Patrol Agent.

They will be working alongside Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to provide critical engineering and logistical support.

This allows the border patrol to cover more ground and have access to better equipment.

"For us, it's kind of a force multiplier we now have more eyes on the border in these remote regions with some of the advanced technology so they can utilize that technology," said Wisniewski.

The commanding officer for task force forge explains what the team's goal is.

"Our mission is clear: Support our federal partners and Joint Task Force Southern Border, strengthen operational readiness, and support upholding the territorial integrity of our nation's border with professionalism and precision," explained Wisniewski.

According to CBP, the Department of Defense is in the process of developing a National Defense Area here in Yuma.