IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - The protests and immigration raids are hitting close to home in the Imperial Valley, where locals have some strong opinions.

In a region with a large immigrant community, some locals say the tension seen in Los Angeles and across the state have them concerned.

Others feel the protests, while important, need to stay peaceful to protect the cause.

"I mean we're not just gonna go and start burning and making all this mess. For me, it doesn't feel fair. It's not good 'cause you're just making it worse for the people who do not have legal documents," said Jaime Flores, a local resident.

Many in the Imperial Valley are now watching to see how local leaders will respond.

Adrik Vargas will have more local reaction later this evening.

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