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Winter storm forces portions of I-10 and I-12 to close
The winter storm currently blanketing the Capital Region with snow has forced portions of Interstates 10 and 12 to close, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s real-time traffic map.
As of this morning’s publication deadline, the following stretches of interstate were closed:
- I-10 eastbound and westbound from Interstate 49 to La. 415
- I-10 westbound from Highland Road to the I-10/I-12 split
- I-12 westbound from Airline Highway to the I-10/I-12 split
The northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 110 have also been closed.
On Monday, DOTD Communications Director Rodney Mallet told Daily Report that his agency pretreated both I-10 and I-12 in an effort to avoid any closures but that nothing could be promised. The agency is encouraging the public to regularly check 511la.org to stay up to date on road closures.
Winter storm wreaks havoc on southern Louisiana, forces portions of Interstate 10 and Interstate 12 to close
As a powerful winter storm sweeps through the southern United States, portions of Interstate 10 and Interstate 12 in Louisiana have been forced to close due to hazardous road conditions.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced that a section of I-10 between Baton Rouge and Lafayette has been shut down, as well as a stretch of I-12 near Hammond. The closures are in effect until further notice, as crews work to clear snow and ice from the roadways.
Motorists are advised to avoid traveling in these areas if possible, and to use caution if driving in other parts of the state experiencing winter weather. DOTD is urging drivers to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary, as icy conditions are making travel extremely dangerous.
Local officials are also warning residents to take precautions and stay indoors if possible, as the winter storm is expected to bring freezing temperatures and potentially dangerous conditions. Schools and businesses have been closed in many areas, and residents are being urged to stay off the roads and avoid unnecessary travel.
Stay tuned for updates on the road closures and weather conditions in Louisiana as the winter storm continues to impact the region. Stay safe and stay warm!
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