Although Colombians and Ecuadorians say they understand Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa's decision to close the border between the two countries for three days as a "security measure," some worry that it will have a "great impact" on those who depend on the border for business. "We border crossers will be directly affected because the flow of people will be reduced," says taxi driver Armando Chavez. Noboa's announcement of the border closure coincides with upcoming elections on February 9, following "destabilization attempts by armed groups" in a country struggling with rampant gang violence. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES