The mayor of El Paso, US, declares a state of emergency due to the influx of immigrants at the border with Mexico

Oscar Lesser claimed that the city does not have the resources to keep everyone safe during periods of low temperatures.

Joe Riddell/Getty Images North America/Getty Images via AFPThe number of migrants crossing the border is expected to increase from Wednesday 21

El Paso Mayor Oscar Lesser announced Saturday the 17th case of emergency After a wave of immigrants crossed the Mexican border to reach the city. Located in the state of Texas, the city is one of the main entry points for United State🇧🇷 According to Lesser, the statement comes due to the unsafe conditions in which the migrants find themselves, sleeping on the streets in freezing temperatures. The weather forecast for this week in El Paso is low and ranges from 0°C to -6°C. Maximum temperatures range from 7°C to 16°C. In addition, next Wednesday, the 21st, the immigration policy established by former President Donald Trump will be suspended. With this, federal authorities expect an increase in the arrival of new immigrants. According to the mayor, declaring a state of emergency will provide the city with the resources to shelter those crossing the border. During a press conference, Lesser expressed his desire to treat everyone with dignity and ensure their safety. US government data identifies an average of more than 2,400 migrants per day trying to cross.