Border crossing wait times have grown significantly longer since officials temporarily closed Ped West near San Ysidro. The closure is severely impacting travelers and businesses in both San Diego and Mexico. Travelers are spending several hours longer than normal to cross into Mexico. With the holidays around the corner, businesses say they depend on customers now more than ever. “The San Ysidro border, Tijuana area was once buzzing but it’s not buzzing anymore," said business owner, Rahil Iqbal. What’s supposed to be the busiest time of the year is turning out to be the complete opposite for businesses along the U.S.-Mexico border. “Ever since they closed the Ped West on Saturday, traffic went down, it took a nose dive. Our sales took a nose dive. They go down probably 40-50% from last weekend. So, it’s been a tough week," said Iqbal. Less than a month after reopening, CBP officials closed down Ped West yet again – this time, the agency says it’s redirecting staff to deal with migrant processing. FULL STORY: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/excruciating-wait-times-border-hurting-commuters-businesses-holidays/509-77a2b1e3-7071-402e-9a4c-10a4d39164a2