Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) crews continue to apply salt and de-icing materials to bridges across the state; however, staff and Motorist Assistance Patrol personnel on the roadways have reported deteriorating road conditions and poor driving conditions throughout the state.
DOTD urges motorists to stay off the roads during hazardous driving conditions. If you must drive, check 511la.org for roadway conditions. For winter driving tips, click here.
The following Acadiana roadways are closed due to current weather conditions:
LAFAYETTE PARISH
According to the Lafayette Parish Communication District, all roadways in Lafayette are now open following hazardous conditions.
For those traveling by air, Lafayette Regional Airport issued the following statement:
The wintry weather is causing flight cancellations and delays throughout the United States, impacting air travel through LFT. Your individual airline is your best source for updated flight information online or on the phone.
DOTD gives update on Interstate 10 between Lafayette and Baton Rouge
UPDATE: DOTD announces that all lanes of Interstate 10 between I-49 and La. 415 (Lobdell) are now open to traffic.
ST. LANDRY PARISH
UPDATE: The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that Interstate 49 northbound at La. 10 (Lebeau) is now open to the traveling public.
ST. MARTIN PARISH
According to DOTD officials, Interstate 10 is now closed in the east and westbound direction from La. 415 (Lobdell) to the base of the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.
ST. MARY PARISH
As of 4 am, US Hwy 90 between the Amelia Bridge (milepost 182) and LA Hwy 182 (milepost 210) in Raceland is closed in both directions due to ice forming on multiple sections of the roadway, Louisiana State Police report.
CALCASIEU PARISH
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced that the Interstate 210 bridge from Interstate 10 to Exit 3 has been closed in both directions until further notice due to freezing conditions. Eastbound motorist are advised to take I-10 eastbound to I-210 westbound. Westbound motorist can access I-210 up to Exit 3 near the bridge.
