"Winter Weather Causes Major Traffic Delays and Road Closures in Louisiana"
TL;DR
Icy conditions in Southwest Louisiana have caused traffic standstills on the I-10 and I-210 bridges, with accidents leading to closures and vehicles unable to gain traction. Law enforcement and DOTD officials are working to clear the wrecks and treat the bridges, but stranded drivers have reported being stuck for hours with no communication or assistance, some running out of gas or battery. The situation has also caused traffic delays on I-10 at the state line and through Iowa.
- People stuck on I-10, 210 bridges for hours; no word on when wrecks will be cleared KPLC
- List of roads closed due to winter weather in Louisiana WDSU News
- SWLA ROAD CLOSURES: 210 iced over; I-10 backed up KPLC
- Road conditions deteriorating; authorities urge you to avoid driving in these conditions KSLA
- Louisiana DOTD weighs in on possibility of bridge closures during winter weather WDSU News
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